Startled Does Not Equal “Guilty”
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Category: Common Misconceptions
We Don’t Pretend to Be Confused
This is one of those things I found out about the difference between neurotypical behavior and autistic behavior that felt like a punch to the gut. Apparently, in neurotypical society, showing confusion and asking...
No, I Do Not Use My Emotions to Manipulate Others
Are autistic people manipulative with their emotions? Not as a rule! It’s a common misconception that autistic people “overreact” or use emotional outbursts to get what we want. What’s really happening might shock you.
Yes, Autistic People Have Empathy!
Do autistic people lack empathy? No! In fact, many autistic people actually experience MORE empathy because the emotions they feel from others come in unfiltered and all at once.
Your Autistic Loved One Is Not Hurting Your Feelings out of Malice
Why does my autistic loved one hurt my feelings all the time? Is it on purpose? Probably not. Here’s what’s really happening.