I wrote this poem last year and edited it to make it kinder in 2020. I talked about writing this … More
Tag: Autism Spectrum
My VERY MIS-guided “understandings” about Autism and Aspergers
What do you know about Classic Autism, Aspergers, and Autistic Savants? Turns out I was incredibly mistaken and ill-informed.
I am intelligent, love learning, have an advanced vocabulary, am detail-oriented, creative, caring and compassionate, and enjoy quite a few passions.
I am nothing like what I thought Autism/ Aspies were. Yet I am Autistic.
What pisses me off about Simon Baron-Cohen’s Autism Assessment and Clinical Guideline Recommendations
if someone is asking for an Autism Assessment, they are:
* At the end of their rope,
* Possibly in the pits of depression or Autistic Burnout, * Unable to cope with the responsibilities and tasks in their lives.
Dear Dr: Re-requesting support and my communication difficulties
If you refuse to read my written notes, please know that I will not be able to tell you what I need and want you to know.
Dear Dr: Asking for a comprehensive Autism assessment
I am articulate AND I have social and communication problems.
I am requesting a formal assessment for ADHD / ADD and Autism Spectrum Condition.
I have not been coping with pressures at home, with relationships and with my mental health.
Why I questioned and changed my gender in my twenties
I’ve known for years about Tony Attwood’s theory on why Autistic kids question their identity. It makes sense to me. … More
Realistic goals: A talk on realistic goals, willingly failing and practicing
This is a talk I wrote in one of my good weeks while experiencing Autistic Burn Out. Using this method as a baseline has helped me on my recovery journey.
Learnings from a former Youth Advocate: Public Speaking
When I was about 18, I started giving short speeches to raise awareness of youth homelessness.
Poem: Being Quiet
This is a poem about not speaking all day – and liking it.
She’s Just Standing There, Staring
I am gifted peace to take time to understand conversations. Without the worry of looking ‘dull’ or ‘slow’.