Social media helps to connect with others, especially for those who struggle with in-person interactions. However, social media addiction can cause negative mental health.
Connor McClure
I'm a young adult navigating life with autism. By sharing my experiences and views, I hope to create a better awareness, understanding, and compassion for those on the spectrum. Let's connect!
Anxiety and Autism: 5 Powerful Strategies to Conquer Emotions
Having anxiety is difficult for anyone, but it can be especially challenging to have anxiety and autism. After all, the world we live in today is filled with chaos, and figuring out life in an autistic world is especially nerve-wracking.
Why You Should Immediately Stop Using Self Deprecating Humor
For many of us on the autism spectrum, using self deprecating humor is sometimes an easy way to try to fit in and make friends. But here’s why you should stop.
Why Discipline Over Motivation Is An Important Life Virtue
Discipline over motivation provides stability, develops important life skills and virtue, manages emotions, helps achieve goals, and boosts self-esteem.
Chinese New Year 2025 is Here: Celebrate Growth and Wisdom
Chinese New Year 2025 will be a major celebration to mark the year of the snake! The 15-day festival represents a time of growth and wisdom.
How to Nail New Year Goals When You Have Autism
The calendar has turned to another year filled with hope and opportunities. Here’s how to crush it and nail new year goals when you have autism.
The Gift of Understanding: Exchanging Presents Can Be Overwhelming
The holidays and special celebrations typically come with a popular, but sometimes dreaded, tradition: exchanging presents. Learn why the practice is sometimes overwhelming.
Autism and Holidays: Why Special Occasions Can Be Challenging
Special occasions are typically filled with excitement, and breaks from daily routines. However, autism and holidays can be a stressful combination for some.
Flat Affect Autism and How to Support Emotional Expression
Have you ever heard of flat affect autism? It often leads to the incorrect stereotype that autistics lack empathy. Learn more.
Don’t Let Holiday Blues Get You Down – Try These 12 Tips Now
The holidays are often portrayed as a time of cheer. However, many suffer from the holiday blues, filled with intense sadness. Here are 12 ways to find joy this season.
Autism in the Future: Optimism for Improved Perception and Embracement
Autism has been long surrounded by misconceptions and stigmatization. But there is good news is on the horizon when it comes to autism in the future.
Managing Time With Autism: Prioritize What Truly Matters In Life
Effectively managing time can be challenging and uniquely important for autistic individuals. The key is being organized while avoiding mental fatigue.