When autistic girls' special interests appear socially typical, their unusual intensity & emotional depth often go unrecognized — contributing to delayed diagnosis and unmet needs.
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.@michiganstateu faculty are developing accessible mental health screening tools with autistic adolescents as co-designers to address barriers in traditional assessments ensure better identification & support for those who need it.
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Autistic adult Sam Farmer argues that breaking up the autism spectrum into subgroups would divide the community and threaten autistic identity, when what's truly needed is greater societal investment in the care economy.
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Engaging in leisure activities helps autistic individuals build confidence, connection, and resilience through supportive community participation.
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Endurance running can help autistic adults find structure, regulation, and connection without overwhelming social demands.
#AutismAcceptance#AuDHD#MentalHealth#Neurodiversity
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Poet, artist, and philanthropist Linda Joy Walder, founder of The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation, has released "Uphill Towards The Sun," a collection weaving together poetry, paintings, and prose in support of adults with autism.
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Anime can help autistic individuals build confidence, social understanding, and connection through shared stories and welcoming communities.
#Autism#Anime#Neurodiversity#SocialConnection
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