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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.

Indecisiveness and Autism: How These 6 Factors Challenge Decision-Making

Posted on July 2, 2024July 2, 2024 by Connor McClure
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.

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

How Creative Minds Are Redefining Cartooning Art Into Autism World

Posted on June 21, 2024June 21, 2024 by Connor McClure
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.

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

Autism Elopement: Why Wandering Off Is A Behavioral Nightmare

Posted on June 17, 2024June 17, 2024 by Connor McClure
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.

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

Autism and Eye Rolling:  Why It’s Odd, But Perfectly Okay

Posted on June 17, 2024June 17, 2024 by Connor McClure
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.

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

The Fascinating Explanation of Spoon Theory Mental Health

Posted on June 5, 2024June 5, 2024 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

Crowds Phobia and Autism: How to Tame Anxiety Overload

Posted on June 4, 2024July 9, 2024 by Connor McClure
Crowds Phobia and Autism: How to Tame Anxiety Overload

Crowds phobia or extreme fear of being in large crowds affects people of all ages and abilities. Autistics can especially struggle. Here are ways to help.

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

Are We Overly Romanticizing Autism to the Public?

Posted on May 30, 2024May 30, 2024 by Connor McClure
Are We Overly Romanticizing Autism to the Public?

What does it mean, “romanticizing autism,” and does raising awareness and portraying autistics in a positive light sometimes go too far?

Posted In FAQsTagged In autism faqs, autistic life, social issues and autism

6 Ways to Tackle Autism Fireworks Anxiety and Sensory Overload

Posted on May 25, 2024May 25, 2024 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

Autism Social Skills: Inferencing and Body Language Hurdles to Overcome

Posted on May 21, 2024May 21, 2024 by Connor McClure
Autism Social Skills: Inferencing and Body Language Hurdles to Overcome

Social inferencing, or understanding people’s unstated behaviors, emotions, and thoughts, poses an autism social skills challenge. Here’s how to help.

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

Self-Awareness Examples For Personal Growth When You Have Autism

Posted on May 16, 2024May 16, 2024 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

From Hugs to Handshakes: When Human Touch Is A Challenge

Posted on May 14, 2024May 14, 2024 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

Knocking Down the Stigma to Autism Obsession

Posted on May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 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

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