An Important Note About What Autistic Masking ISN’T
Autistic masking isn’t an attempt to fool others, it’s an attempt to protect ourselves
Category: Autistic Characteristics
Many Autistic People Don’t Like the Sound of Our Names
If you’re not familiar with the song, Destiny’s Child has a song called “Say My Name”, and I’m using this meme to make a joke about how, according to a poll I did, most...
We Have Trouble Connecting Our Behavior to Your Response
Why does my autistic loved one seem so confused about my obvious anger? It might not be obvious to us! Read to understand what’s happening in our brains a bit better.
We Don’t Know What Our Faces Are Doing
A “blank” or impassive facial expression on an autistic person can be disconcerting if you don’t understand what’s happening. We often don’t know what our faces are doing, and there is no insult or threat aimed at you.
Many Autistic People Experience Delayed Emotional Processing
Delayed emotional processing in autistic people is often misunderstood as being cold and unfeeling or being hysterical. We just process emotions in a different way.
The Trouble With “Common Sense”
Why doesn’t my autistic loved one have common sense? The answer might surprise you!
What Is Autistic Masking?
Autistic masking comes at great personal cost, but it’s what keeps us as safe as we can be in a neurotypical world.
We Will Say We Understand Even When We Don’t
Most autistic people don’t like to lie…and we aren’t good at it. However, because of abuse and mistreatment, we MAY say we understand you when we don’t.
Do Autistic People Experience Time Differently Than Neurotypicals?
Do autistic people experience time differently than neurotypicals?
When You Finally Lose Your Cool and Yell at Us After Expressing Your Anger Non-Verbally, This Is Our FIRST and ONLY Indicator That You’re Upset
Does your autistic loved one have difficulty understanding you’re upset unless you’re yelling at them? Here’s why!
