15 Things That Bother Your Autistic Loved One (That You May Not Even Notice)
Why is your non-verbal autistic loved one so upset? Here are 15 things that bother autistic people that most neurotypical people don’t notice.
Category: Autistic Characteristics
8 Things Autistic People Do That You’re Misreading as a Neurotypical
Neurotypical people often misunderstand autistic people and attach hidden social meaning to our traits where there is none.
Navigating Autistic Meltdowns – A Dos and Don’ts Guide
Meltdowns are a common occurrence in autistic people. Here’s what to do (and what not to do) when your autistic loved one is melting down.
“My Autistic Child Destroys the House” – The Google Search Results Series – Part 2
Does your autistic child destroy the house? Here’s why, and what you can do to prevent it without causing emotional harm.
“My Autistic Child Makes Me Miserable” – The Google Search Results Series – Part 1
“My autistic child makes me miserable” is a very popular search on Google. Let me help you understand why (and what to do to make things better).
Tips for the Embarrassed Parent of an Autistic Child
Are you embarrassed of your autistic child’s behavior in public? You’re not alone. Here’s how to deal with those feelings without harming your child.
10 “Nice” Things Neurotypical People Unknowingly Do That Harm Autistics
You may think you’re being nice, but you’re actually hurting your autistic loved one. Here’s why.
I’m Autistic, and I Had Sex Because I Thought I Was Supposed To
I’m autistic, and I had sex because I thought the social expectation was that I had to. How to teach your autistic loved ones about sex.
By the Time an Autistic Person Complains, They Have Already Been Suffering For Hours
As an autistic person, having bodily needs not only gets on my nerves, it sometimes can cause emotional instability and meltdowns. Can you relate?
Recess, Snacks, and Bathroom Breaks Are Not “Privileges” to Take Away From Autistic Kids Until They Perform to Your Liking
Denying an autistic child recess, snacks, and bathroom breaks is not teaching, it’s torture.