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 →

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 →

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 →

Sweet dreams are made of this?

Recently, in a Facebook group for people with ASD, someone asked the question: does anyone else forget how to sleep? Continue reading →

What are some good books for those recently diagnosed with autism or families wanting to know more?

One of the more frequent questions I encounter is: what are some good books about autism? Since being diagnosed with Continue reading →

The Dreaded Autism Tick Box

Let’s face it – no one likes to complete forms. They’re nerve wracking and time consuming at the best of Continue reading →