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Growing Up Autistic in a Neurotypical World
Growing up autistic in a neurotypical world can feel lonely and exhausting but it’s also full of unique strengths. This heartfelt, honest conversation explores masking, sensory struggles, school life, friendships, and the beauty of being different. Whether you're autistic or love someone who is, you're not alone.
Sara M.
May 197 min read
16 views


The Damaging Effects of Stigma
We as a society claim to be open minded and eager to help reduce stigma surrounding disabilities and mental health issues - but what you don’t realize is that by putting sanctions on autistic people’s behaviours for simply expressing themselves is the definition of discrimination.

Bekki Semenova
May 123 min read
32 views
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Who [Not What] Is In a Name
In this article we will break down the ongoing dialogue surrounding "person with autism" vs "autistic person".
Intercare
Mar 20, 20234 min read
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Just Because I’m Autistic Doesn’t Mean I Have to Be Woke
It’s entirely possible for someone to have a condition that marginalizes them while at the same time adhere to a more traditional way.
Ellgee
Nov 7, 20225 min read
3,160 views


The Need to Improve
Have you had a moment when you decided you want to improve yourself?

Steven Macalester
Aug 15, 20222 min read
37 views


Writing about autism, and pathologizing behavior
I've had an interesting conundrum these past few weeks, with a looming deadline to write anything about autism: I couldn't do it.

Chris Wingate
Aug 8, 20222 min read
44 views


Don't frame autism as a tragedy
As we continue to accept and normalize autism and being autistic, we should seek to stop framing autism as a tragedy.

Chris Wingate
Jul 18, 20223 min read
183 views


Selective Mutism and Sexual Harassment
Let’s raise awareness of the challenges that people with Selective Mutism have to face.

Bekki Semenova
Jul 11, 20222 min read
281 views


What my YouTube channel means to me
Throughout the years Tostemac has evolved into something I can proudly show as a professional portfolio to the world.

Steven Macalester
Apr 25, 20223 min read
26 views


“Person-first” versus “identity-first” language in the autism community
“Person-first” and ”identity-first” language, their significance in the autism community, and the future

Chris Wingate
Jan 10, 20226 min read
593 views


Autism and Growing Up
How about living another way - a more positive and inclusive one? Let adulthood be an extension of childhood.

Bekki Semenova
Oct 25, 20213 min read
793 views


The importance of Privacy
A word on internet privacy by Steven Macalester

Steven Macalester
Oct 4, 20212 min read
12 views


Autism and Punishments
This blog is for those who want to learn how to parent better and are willing to listen to the voice of a unique child raised old-school.
Kish Widgren
Aug 16, 20216 min read
5,055 views


Living with Autism and Comorbid Dependent Personality Disorder
My name is Bekki Semenova, and I'm here to share what it’s like living with autism and comorbid dependent personality disorder

Bekki Semenova
Aug 9, 20213 min read
3,879 views


How I learned to talk
Throughout the years people have asked me how I learned to talk.

Steven Macalester
May 10, 20212 min read
80 views


Who should respond when autistic people are in distress?
Who should respond when autistic people are in distress? Probably not the police.

Chris Wingate
May 3, 20212 min read
30 views


Autism and the Internet: Content Creation
It's a subtle thing, but one of the most significant developments for autistic people in recent years is the rise of the internet.

Chris Wingate
Mar 22, 20212 min read
289 views


Pixar’s “Soul” made me sad, and here’s why.
A while back my family had some cousins visit the house and we decided to watch Pixar’s “Soul”...

Steven Macalester
Feb 15, 20213 min read
759 views


Adult Aspie: When Things Break Down
A story about when things go horribly wrong.
Linda Jones
Feb 1, 202112 min read
148 views


Something to Think About
Far too often, people approach difference with fear and anger, no matter if it is a difference in opinion, lifestyle, or way of doing things

Tracey Cohen
Jan 11, 20213 min read
52 views
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