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Autism and Loneliness: Finding Connection in a World That Often Misunderstands Us
Loneliness for autistic adults often isn’t about being alone — it’s about being unseen. This guide explores the deep, quiet ache of autistic loneliness and offers understanding, validation, and hope... Read more...
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Sensory Overload in Adults: Tips to Calm the Senses
This article provides an overview of sensory overload in adults, including its causes, associated health conditions, symptoms, coping strategies, tips to calm your senses, creating a sensory-friendly environment, and the... Read more...
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Autism + Savant Syndrome: What is the Connection?
A comprehensive overview of Savant syndrome, including its defining characteristics, the close association with autism, exceptional skills found in individuals, rarity and prevalence, the link between autism and Savant syndrome,... Read more...
Autism Repetitive Behaviors: What They Mean for Autistic Adults
Autism Repetitive Behaviors: What They Mean for Autistic Adults
What others dismiss as “strange habits” are often lifelines for autistic adults. Repetitive behaviors help us soothe our nervous systems, reclaim calm, and remind ourselves that we are not broken... Read more...
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Autism Awareness: What It Means & Why Awareness Matters
Learn why autism awareness matters and its impact on individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This comprehensive article provides insights, FAQs, and a deeper understanding of autism awareness. Read more...
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Autism and Stress: Understanding, Managing, and Finding Calm
Stress isn’t a personal failure, it’s a signal. This guide explains why stress for autistic adults feels different, common triggers like masking and sensory overload, and practical ways to find... Read more...
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Social Skills for Adults with Autism: Building Confidence Through Connection
Navigating social interactions as an autistic adult isn’t about pretending to fit in—it’s about learning to connect authentically. This guide explores respectful, neuroaffirming strategies for building confidence, emotional well-being, and... Read more...
Demand Avoidance in Autism: What It Is, Causes & Management
Demand Avoidance in Autism: What It Is, Causes & Management
If you are a parent of a child with autism, chances are you have encountered the term "demand avoidance." But what exactly is it, and how does it affect individuals... Read more...
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Alexithymia and Autism: Understanding Emotions When You Can’t Feel Them Clearly
Many autistic adults live with alexithymia — a struggle to name or understand emotions. Learn why it happens, and how to reconnect with what you feel through gentle, practical strategies. Read more...
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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD): Why Rejection Hurts So Deeply for Autistic Adults
Rejection can feel unbearable when you live with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. For autistic adults, it’s more than emotional pain — it’s the body remembering every time safety was withdrawn. This... Read more...
Fidget Spinners & Autism: Benefits, Tips & FAQs
Fidget Spinners & Autism: Benefits, Tips & FAQs
Learn the benefits of fidget spinners for adults with autism in managing stress and improving focus. Discover more about fidget spinners, why they work, types of fidget spinners and answers... Read more...
Hand Flapping & Stimming: What it is, Why it Happens & How to Manage it
Hand Flapping & Stimming: What it is, Why it Happens & How to Manage it
Learn about hand flapping stimming in individuals with autism. Understand the causes, management, and implications of hand flapping. Read more...

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