Popular opinion says that autism is a burden to society and to families. What does it mean to hear over and over that you worsen the lives of the people you love most?
Living in the Shadow of the Autism Burden Narrative
Tag: ActuallyAutistic
Like the autism tag, but #ActuallyAutistic is only for autistic people to post in. So that we can have our own conversation without getting harassed by ableist people.
How Autism Feels for Me
What is it really like to be autistic? Here's my story, available to help writers, loved ones, questioning people, and others.
What Lower Support Needs (LSN) Autism Really Means
People sometimes think that autistics with lower support needs (LSNs) lead charmed lives. But they still face real struggles.
Author Reflections on Witches Rising
Sharing my novella Witches Rising became more than storytelling: it tells people they matter in a time when they need to hear it more than ever.
I’m Not Neurospicy (But It’s Okay if You Are)
The playful term "neurospicy" arose for neurodivergent people. It's not for me, but we're allowed to feel different about being neurodivergent.
Missiles Over My Head: Autistic & Clueless
Social cluelessness has sometimes protected me from a harsh world. It's not an autism myth. It's my life.
LSN, MSN, and HSN in autism, explained
The acronyms HSN, MSN, and LSN are gaining popularity in the Autistic community. Here's what they mean.
The Neurodiversity Symbol I Drew
When I drew a pastel neurodiversity symbol in 2016, I had no idea how ubiquitous it would become.
Autism in a Picture: An Autistic Artist’s Tips for Positive Choices
How do you represent autism in a way that encourages empathy and inclusion instead of isolation? Here are my tips for choosing the right picture.
Luna’s DSM-5 Inspired Autism Quiz
The DSM-5 involves a lot of clinical language, which means it may be harder for autistic people to relate. Here are some examples of what it looks like in real life.
Autistic Dreams 