Can autistics be in healthy, functioning romantic relationships with neurotypical people?

  “What are you thinking?” “Where are you?” “Are you paying attention?” “Where are you drifting off to?” “Where did Continue reading →

Being autistic, how are your social interaction and social skills?

That’s a big question! I’ve chosen to answer it by paraphrasing my application for autism diagnosis at the renowned Lorna Continue reading →

Scientist Creates Wristband That Tracks Autism Aggressive Outbursts

Philip K. Dick must be rolling in his grave with news that the US Department of Defense is funding research Continue reading →

I don’t like my autism sometimes. Do you?

It’s difficult to see the benefits of being autistic when it’s the accumulation of negatives overtime that make life so Continue reading →

The Curse of “High-functioning Autism”

Recently on Facebook, someone posted: “Much of ‘high-functioning Autism’ is dealing with people who hold you to an impossibly high Continue reading →

Should Autistic Actors play Autistic Characters?

I’ve never been comfortable with any portrayal of an autistic person on film or TV. My preference is a portrayal Continue reading →

What are some of the common examples of cultural appropriation of autism?

I think people stating that “everyone is on the spectrum” or “maybe I’m a bit autistic too” (when they exhibit Continue reading →

Social Communication, Friendships and Autism

Like a lot of autistic people, I’m horrible at small talk. It’s easier for me to plan and present a Continue reading →