Is There a Test for Autism? What Are the Signs, and How Do You Get Diagnosed?
If you’ve ever googled “Am I autistic?” at 3 a.m. after spiraling into yet another…
Author: Rae Elise
I'm Elise, an autistic advocate, writer, and perpetual overthinker. Writing is my therapy and my rebellion. I live in a cozy corner of the world with a collection of fidget toys and a love for midnight snacks. Sharing my story is my way of connecting with others and breaking down stereotypes, all while staying tucked safely behind my pseudonym. I hope you’ll find comfort, humor, and maybe a little bit of yourself in these pages. - Elise R. (Pen name: Elise Rae)
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Idioms About Being Different: A Polite Warning or a Subtle Criticism?
We’ve all heard the idioms: dance like no one is watching, march to the beat…
The Ghost in the Machine: Autism, AI, and What It Means to Be Human
There’s a line I keep coming back to from Alan Turing—the father of modern computing—who…
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Poems from a Quiet Mind: Through the Static (A Collection of Neurodivergent Verse)
So yeah… I write poems sometimes. 🖤 I’ve never really shared them before, apart from…
Autism Isn’t One Thing: What It Feels Like to Be on the Spectrum
Autism is not a singular experience. It’s not a specific trait or behavior you can…
Secret Famous Autists from History: Speculations, Stories, and Evidence
Autism was described clinically in the 20th century, but people have always had different ways…
“Rotting in Bed”: The Art of Doing Nothing and Why It’s Finally Okay
“Rotting in bed”—a phrase that sounds dramatic, maybe even a little morbid, but one that’s…
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I’m Not Disabled By Autism; I’m Disabled By Unaccommodating People
I’ve lost count of how many times people have told me, “You don’t seem disabled.”…
Why Some People on Reddit Call Themselves “Autists” (and How It Makes Me Feel)
If you’ve ever waded into the chaotic, meme-filled sea of Reddit’s Wall Street Bets (WSB),…
The Genius Autist Trope: A Blessing or a Burden in TV and Film?
Autistic characters in media are often cast as the misunderstood geniuses: the chess prodigy who…