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social issues and autism

Social issues and autism impact many individuals on the autism spectrum.  Here’s how to manage and even master that awkward feeling.

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

Posted on December 4, 2025November 19, 2025 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

Don’t Let Holiday Blues Get You Down – Try These 12 Tips Now

Posted on December 2, 2025November 19, 2025 by Connor McClure
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.

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

The Gift of Understanding: Exchanging Presents Can Be Overwhelming

Posted on November 30, 2025November 19, 2025 by Connor McClure
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.

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

Food for Picky Eaters: 17 Holiday Hacks to Know

Posted on November 23, 2025November 19, 2025 by Connor McClure
Food for Picky Eaters: 17 Holiday Hacks to Know

Meals play a big part of every holiday, but choosing food for picky eaters who happen to have autism can be a challenge. Here are holiday hacks to know.

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

8 Ways to Keep From Feeling Overwhelmed During the Holidays

Posted on November 9, 2025November 2, 2025 by Connor McClure
8 Ways to Keep From Feeling Overwhelmed During the Holidays

It’s a well-known fact the season can cause the blues due to feeling overwhelmed, and the holidays and stress is a real thing, neurotypical or not.

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

Autism and Holidays: Why Special Occasions Can Be Challenging

Posted on November 6, 2025November 2, 2025 by Connor McClure
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.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism behaviors, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, growing up autistic, social issues and autism

Think Before You Speak: 15 Autism Insensitivity Comments to Avoid

Posted on November 4, 2025November 2, 2025 by Connor McClure
Think Before You Speak: 15 Autism Insensitivity Comments to Avoid

“Think before you speak” can help avoid insensitivity and making assumptions about sensitive topics. Here are comments to avoid when talking about autism.

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

The Exhausting Truth About Autistic Burnout You Need to Know

Posted on October 21, 2025September 25, 2025 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

Being Real Without Offending Others is Autistic Challenge

Posted on October 16, 2025September 25, 2025 by Connor McClure
Being Real Without Offending Others is Autistic Challenge

Being real without offending others by being too blunt or coming across rude isn’t easy. It’s especially challenging for autistics.

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

Self-Awareness Examples For Personal Growth When You Have Autism

Posted on October 14, 2025September 25, 2025 by Connor McClure
Self-Awareness Examples For Personal Growth When You Have Autism

Seemingly odd behaviors such as stimming or eye rolling can draw negative attention. Knowing self-awareness examples can help with personal growth. Here’s how.

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

Knocking Down the Stigma to Autism Obsession

Posted on October 7, 2025September 25, 2025 by Connor McClure
Knocking Down the Stigma to Autism Obsession

Autism obsession can be hard to understand. It may not even seem like an obsession to the person experiencing it. Here’s what to know.

Posted In Stigmas and StereotypesTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, social issues and autism

From Hugs to Handshakes: When Human Touch Is A Challenge

Posted on October 5, 2025September 25, 2025 by Connor McClure
From Hugs to Handshakes: When Human Touch Is A Challenge

Human touch may seem basic, but for autistics, it can be tricky to navigate. Not everyone enjoys the social interaction of skin contact. Here’s why.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism behaviors, autism challenges, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

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