Why You Should NOT Prevent an Autistic Child From Stimming
Stimming is a natural part of autistic self-expression and sensory regulation. Stifling stimming can cause severe distress and psychological damage.
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An Adult Autistic Woman Breaks Down the Insidious Trauma Caused By ABA in a Simple Yet Profound Way
Are you thinking of ABA for your autistic child? Please read this article before you enroll them. You may never be able to undo the psychological damage this horrible “therapy” will cause.
Why Autistic People Ask “Why” So Frequently
Why do autistic people ask “why” so frequently? When an autistic person asks “why”, it’s to gather information and understand our world. This is not rudeness or questioning authority, this is necessary for us to achieve independence.
“Don’t Blame It on the Autism!” – Why This Statement Is Inaccurate and Harmful to Autistics
“Don’t blame it on the autism!” Please don’t say this to people on the spectrum. Being autistic is not used as an excuse, it’s an explanation of behavior you might not understand.
A Black Autistic Mother Speaks Candidly About Racism, Intersectionality, and Her Fears and Hopes Around Raising Two Black Autistic Sons
Tiffany Hammond of Fidgets & Fries opens up about what it’s like to be a Black autistic woman raising two Black autistic sons.
The Common Misconception About Autism and Love
Does my autistic child love me? Yes! They may just be showing it in a way that you don’t yet understand.
Being Accused of Lying Can Cause Autistic People to Look Like We’re Lying
Is the autistic person in your life really lying to you, or are you just misunderstanding them?
Black and White Thinking and the Autistic Mind
Autistic people often thinking in black-and-white, all-or-nothing ways. This can cause misunderstandings between autistic people and neurotypical people.
How the Purpose of Non-Autistic Small Talk Can Backfire Terribly for People on the Spectrum
Neurotypical small talk can backfire terribly for people on the spectrum and actually CAUSE HARM. Here’s why.
Why Small Talk Is Important for Neurotypicals (An Autistic Perspective)
Does the fact that neurotypical people engage in small talk mean they are shallow? As an autistic person, I used to think this. I don’t anymore. Here’s why they do it.