autism
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The Hidden Costs of Being Autistic
If you consume content by creators with ADHD, then you’ve likely heard of the “ADHD tax.” What you might not have heard of is the “autistic tax” (though I’ve seen it gaining traction). This is a common topic within the… Continue reading
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More Than Just Inconvenient: Alexithymia and Interoception
Alexithymia is a phenomenon that many autistic people, including myself, struggle with. It refers to having significant challenges in recognizing, expressing, sourcing, and describing one’s emotional states. While about 1 in 10 people in the general population experience alexithymia, it… Continue reading
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Forced to Conform: Destined to Fail
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the amount of extra work that neurodivergent people are forced to take on throughout their lives to accommodate others. Even small requests for accommodations are frequently disregarded, while we’re forced to bend over… Continue reading
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Forced to Fit In: How Exposure Therapy Failed Me
Obligatory “I’m not a licensed professional” at the beginning of this one because, obviously, everyone should consult someone knowledgeable and trained to find the best solution for you, but I’m not a fan of exposure therapy. A lot of why… Continue reading
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Beyond Control: Autistic Meltdowns and Their Impact
As a high-masking, late-diagnosed autistic woman, I’ve spent most of my life concealing my autistic traits. This self-suppression, unfortunately, has taken a toll on my health, both physical and mental. I mastered the art of masking early in life, even… Continue reading
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