“My Autistic Child Makes Me Miserable” – The Google Search Results Series – Part 1
“My autistic child makes me miserable” is a very popular search on Google. Let me help you understand why (and what to do to make things better).
Category: Common Misconceptions
Tips for the Embarrassed Parent of an Autistic Child
Are you embarrassed of your autistic child’s behavior in public? You’re not alone. Here’s how to deal with those feelings without harming your child.
10 “Nice” Things Neurotypical People Unknowingly Do That Harm Autistics
You may think you’re being nice, but you’re actually hurting your autistic loved one. Here’s why.
I’m Autistic, and I Had Sex Because I Thought I Was Supposed To
I’m autistic, and I had sex because I thought the social expectation was that I had to. How to teach your autistic loved ones about sex.
By the Time an Autistic Person Complains, They Have Already Been Suffering For Hours
As an autistic person, having bodily needs not only gets on my nerves, it sometimes can cause emotional instability and meltdowns. Can you relate?
Recess, Snacks, and Bathroom Breaks Are Not “Privileges” to Take Away From Autistic Kids Until They Perform to Your Liking
Denying an autistic child recess, snacks, and bathroom breaks is not teaching, it’s torture.
Unintentional Gaslighting Causes Complex PTSD in Autistic People – (Free Downloadable eBook)
Have an autistic loved one? Download, read, and share this free comprehensive guide about unintentional gaslighting and complex PTSD.
When a Cactus Meets a Rose – Why Autistic/Neurotypical Friendships Often Fail (And How to Prevent It)
Inter-neurotype friendships between autistic and neurotypical people can be a challenge, especially if you’re a rose and they’re a cactus.
“No More Stim Toys!” – What It Feels Like for an Autistic Person When You Take Away Our Sensory Aids
You should not take away stim toys from your autistic students. They are as necessary as glasses or a hearing aid.
“I Didn’t Do It!” – What Your Autistic Child Might Really Mean When Saying This
“I didn’t do it!!” Even if you saw him do it, your autistic child didn’t do it. Here’s what I mean.
