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Hardest part of the job: it’s the people
What is the most common weakness among autistic adults who are fortunate to be a part of the workforce today? After interviewing a focus group of eight adults on the…
With autism, our expectations need to go deeper than the stereotypes
Superhero or child These are the two categories that neurotypicals classify individuals on the spectrum, formally known as high-functioning and low-functioning. But the question that I have to ask is…
Autism and depression separate but often go hand-in-hand
Just to clarify one thing before going in depth: anxiety and depression are not symptoms of autism, but are often co-morbid with autism. In other words, when autistic individuals are…
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Friendships can be difficult for autistic adults
I have had both positive and negative experiences with relationships. I really struggled with making friends throughout high school and even spent time with “friends” that were not a good…