Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub

Spectroomz is an Autistic Hub Helping Autistics find sustainable jobs #HireAutistic
acct run by an #ActuallyAutistic person with #ADHD

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

“Employment statistics around autism show a trend that is chronic and extreme. Decades of research shows that Autistic people are significantly disadvantaged when it comes to having stable careers.”🧵
#ActuallyAutistic #AutisticEmployment #AuDHD #Autism

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[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

Refusing someone help because they might keep needing help is so backwards and gross. Needing ongoing support isn't a moral thing.

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

A fantastic thread. I feel very seen lol! Several of these were new to me. It's nice to know what's happening when I feel these things.

[sydni | what in the ADHD? @WhatTheADHD]

26 signs that you might have rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) 🧵

1. You're autistic and/or have ADHD.
2. You take unfollows on social media very personally.
3. You get really defensive when someone disagrees with you or questions you.

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

@DissonantJohnny Exactly! And I can't always do the sit still mediations either. My mind gets too loud with those sometimes. But if I walk around a bunch and listen to music or ASMR, I can get the same benefits.

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

@DissonantJohnny I agree and think the key is being flexible in how you practice.

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

At the very least, I'd like to be a joyful husk.

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

Agreed! Why does growing up have to make you a joyless husk? Be happy, be curious, find passion, do you.

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

Can you tell that executive dysfunction is like a HUGE problem in my life? 😂🤣😂

[Embrace Autism ✨ @EmbraceAutism__]

When did you first realize you might be on the autism spectrum? Was it was a lightbulb moment or a gradual realization. Share your experiences below and let's support each other on this incredible journey of self-discovery! 💙

#EmbraceAutism #AutismAwareness #Autism

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

@EmbraceAutism__ It had occurred to me a couple times in my adulthood but people shut me down. Then one day I had this baffling 6 hour panic attack and I thought, "What's a meltdown like?" That lead to a bunch of articles and a couple online screening tests.

[🌟Cheshire Cat ᓚᘏᗢ, @autismsupsoc]

#AuDHD

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

This is really important advice. One of my biggest goals right now is to learn to leave a situation before the breakdown starts to happen. It can take months and months to come back from that influence. No more self-injury for acceptance.

[Workplace Mental Health Resources @Stopworkplacebu]

Too much time with others who reject you, begins to confuse and break you down at the core... Take the time you need to regain your sense of self and confidence.

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

@Stopworkplacebu The book Why Does He Do That talks about the ways abusers will pick at you so your emotionality can be used against you. It gives an example of a guy bullying his wife before a party so she's upset when they get there. Then he triangulates everyone at the party against her.

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

No, but when I lived in Michigan, people always asked me if I had a southern accent. I was born and raised in Michigan so I'm not sure why I seemed to have a different accent.

[Autistic Lauren 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @Autistic_Lauren]

#AskingAutistics, have people ever said you speak with a monotone voice?

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

I shared this story here because it feels like such an #Autistic experience. If you read it, thanks 🥰

I'd love to hear any stories you have like this. A small moment that stoked a passion or taught you about your own power in this world.

#Autism #ADHD #AuDHD

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

Story thread! How I started #writing:

In 2nd grade, my teacher was reading Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. She asked for requests and I said, "High beams!" She ignored me, but took other suggestions. I was livid. So, for creative writing, I rewrote the story (cont)

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

I learned that I could use words effectively. Maybe even better in writing than in person. I've been practicing ever since.

She's the only teacher whose apologized to me for othering me like that. That apology is a significant reason that I write to this day. (end)

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

Story thread! How I started #writing:

In 2nd grade, my teacher was reading Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. She asked for requests and I said, "High beams!" She ignored me, but took other suggestions. I was livid. So, for creative writing, I rewrote the story (cont)

[Spectroomz - Autism & Employment Hub @spectroomz]

But a dude with a knife in the backseat is pretty rooted in a possible reality.

The fact remained that she treated me like I was invisible and I fought back with writing. I changed a mind at 7 years old. I felt material again. I felt my agency. I got an apology (cont)