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Resources for newly diagnosed or self-identified Autistic people: https://autism-101.com

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autism101, to actuallyautistic

I’m rewatching Elementary and I’m on season 4 where they introduce the autistic character Fiona Helbron. While I like some aspects about the character, I don’t like the trope that it is impossible for an autistic person to tell a lie. I’m lying. @actuallyautistic

autism101,

@actuallyautistic
One of my favorite Star Trek scenes on lying: https://youtu.be/EzVxsYzXI_Y?feature=shared&t=81

autism101,

@actuallyautistic One of my favorite Star Trek scenes on lying: https://youtu.be/EzVxsYzXI_Y?feature=shared&t=81

CynAq, to actuallyautistic
@CynAq@neurodifferent.me avatar

I have a number of question for people who report :

Do you daydream at all, and if you do, how does that work without visuals?

How does your memory work in general? Assuming you remember seeing things, being in places, meeting people, how does that work?

When you need to describe the appearance of something, how do you go about doing that? Do you plan ahead and memorize lists of features while the thing is in front of you?

Thanks! I’m trying to wrap my brain around this phenomenon I can’t experience myself so if you take some time to educate me I’ll be forever grateful.

@actuallyautistic

autism101,

@CynAq @actuallyautistic

No, I don't daydream, and I don't remember dreams. I remember very few past events because of SDAM. Those that I do remember, I just recall facts about them, nothing else.

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Why do you need a label?

"Because there is comfort in knowing you are a normal zebra, not a strange horse. Because you can't find community with other zebras if you don't know you belong. And because it is impossible for a zebra to be happy or healthy spending its life feeling like a failed horse.”

q: @omgimautisticaf

Learning the “why” didn’t change me, but finding a community of others like me who I can share things with and learn from has been helpful.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Autistic masking behaviors vary from person to person. What are some of your masking characteristics?

image: @alittlepuddins.ie

#AskingAutistics #ActuallyAutistic @actuallyautistic

autism101,

@bakkus @actuallyautistic

This may help. It’s an overview of the Spoon Theory - https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/

autism101,

@aztrek027k @actuallyautistic

It’s from the Spoon Theory - https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/

autism101,

@Mair @alittlepuddins @actuallyautistic

It’s from the Spoon Theory - https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Autistic people can be "othered" and discriminated against in many ways. Take the story of Payton Gibbs, a 12-year-old autistic girl who was suddenly banned from the sidelines at football games for "reasons".

#ActuallyAutistic @actuallyautistic

https://abc-7.com/news/local/collier-county/2023/11/09/collier-county-public-schools-bans-12-year-old-girl-with-autism-from-high-school-football-sidelines/

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Walmart is starting sensory friendly hours this Friday from 8-10 a.m. every day in all US stores.


@actuallyautistic
https://nypost.com/2023/11/07/business/walmarts-sensory-friendly-hours-aim-to-help-shoppers-with-adhd-ptsd-overhead-radio-off-lights-dimmed/

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Autistic people may be dealing with many other issues, dubbed comorbidities by the medical community. I've listed some of them in the mind map below. Many can’t be seen by others.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Many things that may seem trivial to others might not be so for an autistic person.

Going to the grocery store can be incredibly stressful navigating the many people, sounds, lights, smells and decisions. It can be overwhelming.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Autism and Sensory Issues:

Our microwave oven is a sensory nightmare for me. I always try to stop it before it reaches zero and begins beeping. I get extremely anxious over this.

What do you avoid?


@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Autistic love languages can look different than NT ones. We like to share experiences, may unmask around people we are comfortable with, do penguin pebbling, share a special interest, stim, or infodump.

image: @littlepuddins.ie

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Do you find most social interactions to be stressful and energy draining?

image: u/Lady/Johanna

@actuallyautistic

autism101,

@everythingalsocan @actuallyautistic

I wish social interactions were like correspondence chess where you get a day to decide on your response. 😅

autism101, to actuallyautistic
  • Autistic traits are just human traits.
  • All traits lie on a spectrum
  • Every autistic person is different

Think of the spectrum as an audio mixer with sliders set to different levels. Autistic people may have sliders all the way on or off.

image: u/MelodyForetells

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

It is often hard for me to switch tasks. Especially when I get into a hyperfocus state. 🧘

I've always struggled to explain to others why it is so difficult. 🤔

“Tendril theory" by Erin Human explains it really well.

image: @theeisforerin

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

🎬 Excited to unveil https://autisminthemedia.com! Dive into the history of autism representation in film & TV. From overlooked stories to genuine portrayals, let's celebrate and advocate for the diverse and authentic voices of the autistic community.

🌍✨ @actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Some autistic people rely on rehearsed scripts they have memorized to use in certain social situations. They may have learned what to say from observing others, or perhaps from tv shows and film.

Not knowing what to say or do creates a lot of anxiety for us.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

A 🧵: How much are you worth?

@actuallyautistic

1/3 If you or a family member are disabled and you intend to migrate to Australia, think again. The Australian Migration Act is exempt from their Disability Discrimination Act, visas are getting rejected.

Here's proof:

https://ab.co/3PCnriV

autism101,

2/3 But...why? Because you or your loved one will be an undue burden on them you see. The cost for you to use their health services and to go to school is too much.

As @ajesusjoseph points out, "migration has always been a disability justice issue."

https://bit.ly/3ZktHit

@actuallyautistic

autism101,

3/3 Don't be fooled, it isn't just Australia who does this, many other countries like Canada do the same thing and have for years.

It doesn't matter to them that disabled people's life expectancy on average is way shorter.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Value_of_life

@actuallyautistic

fictionalbutnot, to actuallyautistic
@fictionalbutnot@mas.to avatar

I tend to avoid social media. I don't even really know how to use it; but when I'm on here, I see that whole "community" thing that I'm not very familiar with.
Like people getting support when they're down and all that.
Sometimes I try to imagine
myself getting that.

"You are a great person."
"You are worthy of love."
etc.

But if it were me, I know it would just feel empty. How could any of you possibly know me?

This can't be just me, right?

@actuallyautistic #ActuallyAutistic

autism101,

@fictionalbutnot @actuallyautistic

You aren’t alone in your perspective. There are of course levels of knowing someone else, and spending time chatting with someone online and reading their thoughts and communications is such a level.

“Know thyself” is the beginning of wisdom according to the Oracle of Delphi which is hard enough. To truly know another person seems impossible to me.

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Many autistics deal with insomnia and other sleeping issues. It is something I have struggled with my entire life.

Here is a guide that has some things that have really helped others.

@actuallyautistic

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MpCcfePk9dTz7rhEHYAsKjoVa8_L2oTF/view

autism101, to actuallyautistic

I hope you have a good day today. I know life can be really hard. 💛

image: @BlessingManifesting (IG)

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Autistic people can sometimes be criticized for being too blunt or rude. Many of us use direct communication with no filters.

We say what we are thinking, and mean it.

If we see an emperor with no clothes walk by, we will point it out to you.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

I have trouble understanding and identifying my own emotions. Alexithymia is common amongst autistic people.

I will often display an emotion that I see others doing in order to “pass”.

image: @21andsensory
linktr.ee/21andsensory

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

My short term memory isn’t so great, so I will often find myself putting the same things off over-and-over again in an endless loop.

Do you ever deal with this?

image: @ADHDinos

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Some autistic people find making phone calls extremely stressful and unpleasant and will avoid them at all costs.

Please don’t try and force your communication preferences on others.

image: anon
@actuallyautistic

autism101,

@animaux @actuallyautistic
Thanks!

autism101,

@miaoue @actuallyautistic

You can make phone calls without talking using real-time text (RTT). It sends text messages immediately as you type them, without requiring you to hit send. You can enable it under Accessibility settings.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/what-is-rtt-call?op=1

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Some Autistic people feel much more comfortable around animals than people. I have always had a strong connection with animals.

@actuallyautistic image: buzzfeed comics: nathan w pyle

autism101,

@MJones

Hi Daisy!

cc: @actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

In honor of Black Cat appreciation day, here is a picture of Jet…she is a friendly kitty and is a wonderful companion that helps me with my anxiety.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

The autistic community is vastly underemployed, and even if you are fortunate enough to find work, there be dragons.

Disclosing your disability doesn’t always end well. Instead of getting reasonable accommodations, you might get let go…for “reasons”.

image: anon
#ActuallyAutistic @actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Interesting Monotropism questionnaire, link below.

I hope the topic gets more research.

Monotropism is a theory of autism developed by autistic people, initially by Dinah Murray and Wenn Lawson.

https://monotropism.org

“Monotropism Score: 231 / 235
Average: 4.91

This score means that you are more Monotropic than about 99% of autistic people and about 100% of allistic people.”

Questionnaire: https://dlcincluded.github.io/MQ/

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Most of the time when asked “How are you doing?” I actually tell them, because I forget I’m supposed to always say, “I’m fine” even if I’m not.

You think as an older adult I would have learned by now…but nope.

Do you?

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

I’m barefoot most of the time. If I need more protection I wear my flip flops.

I used to get made fun of in school for wearing them all the time. I can wear socks and shoes but prefer not to.

Does it bother you to wear things on your feet?

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

We have been dealing with an insurance company and it has been a complete nightmare.

I’m sure I’m not alone.

image: @pizzacakecomic

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

It can be difficult to get through a burnout. I’m in the midst of one now.

Any helpful suggestions that worked for you?

image: @autistic_callum_

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Do you ever feel like an “observer”, like in the TV show Fringe, where life happens to other people and you’re just watching?

Sometimes I feel that way even when I’m participating in an event. I still feel disconnected from it.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Sometimes it is difficult for me not to bring up a special interest in conversation. And I can’t read when others aren’t really interested in hearing about it.

Do you ever do this?

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Have you ever come up with an original way of doing something, only to be told it won’t work?

image: @lifeinanautismworld

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Are you limited in what foods you can eat? I was considered a picky eater when I was growing up. I still habitually eat the same things over and over again.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Do you struggle with trying new things to eat?

I do.

@actuallyautistic

autism101, to actuallyautistic

Have you ever been told that you need to “open up more”? I didn’t understand what that meant for a long time. And it never went well for me when I did.

@actuallyautistic

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