Autism and pets can be a special combination, offering an emotional connection, improved mental health, and enhanced social skills.
autism behaviors
Common autism behaviors can include awkward social interactions, sensitivity to sensory stimulations, and repetitive or restrictive behaviors. But it’s important to realize that everyone presents autism differently, which is why it is a spectrum disorder.
Boredom Busters: Why Being Bored with Life Can Be Good
Boredom busters alert: It’s okay to be bored with life…sometimes. Boredom results from a lack of engagement. But there are benefits that come from no plans.
Artisan Magic: Why Being Creative Is A Superpower
Autistic artisans can expand their world through the unique beauty of their craftsmanship. Whether simple or intricate, the result is impactful.
What Is Bed Rotting? 7 Ways It Promotes Self-Care
What is bed rotting? Despite its alarming name, the bed rotting trend refers to spending extended periods in bed, often as self-care. Learn more.
Behaving Badly: Is Using Autism As An Excuse Right?
Is using autism as an excuse when a person on the spectrum is behaving badly okay? Sometimes yes, and other times no. Learn more.
How Popular Iceberg Theory Explains Autism Symptoms in Adults
What you see isn’t always what you get, at least in terms of autism symptoms in adults. The popular iceberg theory helps explain why.
Socializing and Autism: Being Overly Friendly Is Also A Challenge
While lack of engagement is a common behavior of autistics, did you know that over socializing or being over friendly is also a problem?
Indecisiveness and Autism: How These 6 Factors Challenge Decision-Making
Decision-making skills are essential to live as your authentic self. Sometimes, indecisiveness can cause anxiety . At its worst, it can hold you back.
Hyperintense Focus: Is Looping in Autism Cause for Concern?
Have you heard the term “looping in”? With autism, it refers to a state of hyperintense focus, to the exclusion of anything else. Learn more.
How Creative Minds Are Redefining Cartooning Art Into Autism World
Disconnection from verbal and written expression can lead to isolation for people with ISD. Cartooning art offers an alternative for creative minds.
Autism Elopement: Why Wandering Off Is A Behavioral Nightmare
They’re here. Now, they’re not. It’s frightening, and this type of wandering off happens at all ages. Here’s why autism elopement can be a behavioral nightmare.
Autism and Eye Rolling: Why It’s Odd, But Perfectly Okay
Autism and eye rolling is not a sign of disrespect. Here are 4 common reasons contributing to this “odd” behavior.