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…
Executive Dysfunction and Me: How I Actually Get Stuff Done
Imagine your brain as a bustling city, each thought and task a car traveling along…
Essential Gear for Autistic Travelers: Comfort, Calm, and Sensory Sanity
Traveling has always been a mixed bag for me. On one hand, the excitement of…
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Color, Calm, and Creativity: How Art Therapy and DIY Crafts Help My Autistic Brain
Art has always been more than just a hobby for me—it’s a lifeline. On days…
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Hyperfocus: The Double-Edged Sword of My Autistic Brain
I’ll be honest—there’s nothing quite like hyperfocus. It’s intoxicating, consuming, and, for a brief moment,…
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What Does “On the Spectrum” Mean?
The term “on the spectrum” refers to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a broad range of…
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Why Autism Representation in Media Still Misses the Mark
When was the last time you saw an autistic character on TV or in a…
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I Want to Be Your Friend, but Not All the Time
Friendship is one of the greatest gifts of life—or so I’ve been told. The truth…
The Persecution of Witches, Politics, and the Future of Fear: An Autopsy on Humanity’s Soul
America loves a witch hunt. From Salem to McCarthyism to the culture wars of today,…
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Autistic Confessions: Why Eye Contact Feels Like Staring at the Sun
Eye contact is one of those unspoken rules that no one explains, but everyone expects.…
