What I want to do When I Grow Up. Spoiler alert: I want to be an autism researcher.
A (not too serious) rant about one of the items in the Autism Quotient.
Autism awareness isn’t enough. We need autism acceptance and understanding.
I love going on holiday, but I always need a few days off afterwards to recharge. Holidays are much more draining than being at home.
Why do autistic people avoid eye contact?
About one of my irrational fears, and the irrational way I handled it.
I dislike socks because they overheat and irritate my feet.
I can hear, but struggle to listen.
About the misconception that autism only exists in boys.
Explaining Sensory Processing Disorder.
Masking is exhausting, but necessary in some situations. Unfortunately, autistic people are encouraged/forced to mask constantly and can suffer because of this.
All teenagers struggle with sleep, but I found it very difficult. And dismissing tiredness isn’t helpful.
Why I am such a ‘fussy eater’.
Special interests are awesome, and can help with socialising and future careers.
Please do not Light It Up Blue for Autism Awareness Day. Most autistic people are not supportive of the organisation behind the campaign, Autism Speaks. Dress Red Instead, or Light It Up Gold.
Another video by Autism Speaks.
