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Living as an autistic adult is a unique journey filled with daily challenges and opportunities for growth. From managing sensory sensitivities to navigating social interactions, adults on the autism spectrum often face a range of obstacles that require innovative strategies for triumph.

The Exhausting Truth About Autistic Burnout You Need to Know

Posted on April 11, 2024April 25, 2024 by Connor McClure
The Exhausting Truth About Autistic Burnout You Need to Know

Autistic burnout is very real, and affects physical, emotional, and mental health. Here’s what to do to recover.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autism challenges, autistic adult, autistic life, social issues and autism

Defining Autism Spectrum Disorder: What Does It Feel Like?

Posted on April 10, 2024April 25, 2024 by Connor McClure
Defining Autism Spectrum Disorder: What Does It Feel Like?

How does an autistic answer the question, “What does autism feel like?” Defining autism spectrum disorder is beyond difficult. And, yet, we all still try.

Posted In FAQsTagged In autism acceptance, autistic adult, autistic life, growing up autistic

Young Adult Travel Group Way to Overcome Travel Anxiety

Posted on April 9, 2024April 26, 2024 by Connor McClure
Young Adult Travel Group Way to Overcome Travel Anxiety

No matter how well you plan, even with a young adult travel group, international trips almost always involve travel anxiety. Are you prepared?

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness

Autism Masking & Code Switching: How to Redefine Acceptance

Posted on April 4, 2024June 22, 2024 by Connor McClure
Autism Masking & Code Switching:  How to Redefine Acceptance

Autism masking and code switching are sometimes used to fit in or appear more “normal.” But what do these terms really mean? Is using these strategies good or bad for autism mental health?

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, social issues and autism

Forks to Faux Pas: Why Table Manners & Social Etiquette Matter

Posted on April 2, 2024April 28, 2024 by Connor McClure
Forks to Faux Pas: Why Table Manners & Social Etiquette Matter

People with autism often have difficulties with social etiquette and using proper table manners. Learning these expectations can help with social inclusion.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic adult, social issues and autism

Is High Pain Tolerance for Individuals With Autism True?

Posted on March 27, 2024April 28, 2024 by Connor McClure
Is High Pain Tolerance for Individuals With Autism True?

Is it true that individuals with ASD have a high pain tolerance? Everyone experiences pain at some time, but how well is it tolerated? That’s the question.

Posted In FAQsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic diagnosis, autistic life

Is an Autism Diagnosis in Adult Age A Life Changer?

Posted on March 24, 2024April 28, 2024 by Connor McClure
Is an Autism Diagnosis in Adult Age A Life Changer?

How do I know if I have autism? Autism diagnosis in adult age is on the rise, and knowing can help you to live your best life. Here’s why.

Posted In FAQsTagged In autism behaviors, autism discrimination, autistic adult, autistic diagnosis, autistic life

Overactive Nervous System on Overdrive? It’s Time to Reset

Posted on March 19, 2024April 28, 2024 by Connor McClure
Overactive Nervous System on Overdrive? It’s Time to Reset

Many autistics struggle with an overactive nervous system from constant cognitive and emotional exertion. Sound like you? Then you need to reset!

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic diagnosis, autistic life

Rigid Routine: Why Being Inflexible Can Harm Happiness

Posted on March 14, 2024April 28, 2024 by Connor McClure
Rigid Routine: Why Being Inflexible Can Harm Happiness

It’s well-known that most autistics crave routine. But being inflexible by having rigid thinking can harm overall happiness. But, how?

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic diagnosis, autistic life, growing up autistic

Adult Tests for Autism on the Increase: Why Knowing Is Important

Posted on March 13, 2024April 28, 2024 by Connor McClure
Adult Tests for Autism on the Increase: Why Knowing Is Important

Requesting adult tests for autism is becoming more common, as individuals who have grown up always thinking they are different begin to question why.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autistic adult, autistic diagnosis, autistic life

Funny or Foul? Opinions Differ on Jokes That Are Offensive

Posted on March 12, 2024April 28, 2024 by Connor McClure
Funny or Foul? Opinions Differ on Jokes That Are Offensive

It’s easy to offend nowadays. But it’s harder to set a firm rule on acceptability on jokes that are offensive to some, but not others. Just ask a comedian.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism behaviors, autism discrimination, autistic adult, autistic life, social issues and autism

Thinking Differently: Why Having Brains on Fire Sparks Innovation

Posted on March 11, 2024April 28, 2024 by Connor McClure
Thinking Differently: Why Having Brains on Fire Sparks Innovation

Thinking differently is increasingly being considered a competitive advantage. After all, do we want to live in the world where everyone thinks the same?

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, neurodiversity

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