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Living an autistic life isn’t easy, but it can be a happy and fulfilled one.

Flat Affect Autism and How to Support Emotional Expression

Posted on September 21, 2025September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
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.

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

Autism Clothing for Sensitive Skin Enhances Quality of Life

Posted on September 8, 2025September 24, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism Clothing for Sensitive Skin Enhances Quality of Life

Finding autism clothing that doesn’t provoke sensory issues is crucial for making life manageable. Here’s what to look for.

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

The Fascinating Explanation of Spoon Theory Mental Health

Posted on August 5, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
The Fascinating Explanation of Spoon Theory Mental Health

Spoon theory mental health is a metaphor used to convey limitations individuals face due to physical and/or mental conditions.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, growing up autistic, social issues and autism

My Autism Social Story: What Does Autism Feel Like?

Posted on July 10, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
My Autism Social Story: What Does Autism Feel Like?

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex and fascinating journey, and everyone’s autism social story is different. Here’s a peek into mine.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autistic adult, autistic life, growing up autistic, social issues and autism

Recovering Successfully from the Aftermath of an Autistic Meltdown

Posted on July 8, 2025September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Recovering Successfully from the Aftermath of an Autistic Meltdown

An adult autistic meltdown can be highly distressing, and the resulting aftermath is often daunting. But there are ways to recover successfully.

Posted In Autism in Adults, BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life

6 Ways to Tackle Autism Fireworks Anxiety and Sensory Overload

Posted on July 1, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
6 Ways to Tackle Autism Fireworks Anxiety and Sensory Overload

Sensory overload from fireworks can be a potential challenge for individuals with autism. But there are strategies to help mitigate anxiety and fear.

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

The Truth About What Persistence Means in Autism

Posted on June 29, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
The Truth About What Persistence Means in Autism

Persistence is a common attribute of autistics. Having a fierce determination to overcome obstacles is often what allows for independence and fulfillment.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autistic adult, autistic life, social issues and autism

Break Free From These 7 Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms

Posted on June 26, 2025September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Break Free From These 7 Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms

Unhealthy coping mechanisms are the result of what seems to be a constant battle against the world. Here’s what to do instead.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness

8 Popular Ways To Manage and Master Autistic Social Awkwardness

Posted on June 24, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
8 Popular Ways To Manage and Master Autistic Social Awkwardness

Autistic social awkwardness is a very common behavior for those on the autism spectrum.  Here’s how to manage and even master that awkward feeling.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

How to Beat the Heat and Summer SAD Disorder

Posted on June 22, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
How to Beat the Heat and Summer SAD Disorder

Did you know that Summer SAD Disorder can trigger seasonal depression due to intense heat and long days of sunlight, just like the wintertime blues? Learn more.

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

Autism and Organization: The Secret to Finding Calm in the Chaos

Posted on June 17, 2025September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism and Organization: The Secret to Finding Calm in the Chaos

Nobody likes clutter. But autism and organization, or lack of, is a common challenge. Here’s how to find calm in the chaos.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic life, growing up autistic

Autism and Poor Hygiene:  The Smelly Truth to Overcome

Posted on June 10, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism and Poor Hygiene:  The Smelly Truth to Overcome

Autism and poor personal hygiene is a common issue, and is often due to sensory issues. But poor hygiene is a smelly challenge that must be tackled.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism behaviors, autistic life, social issues and autism

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