Illustrated by Angelica Tao I expect the barista to ask if I have autism. She never does, even if I act awkwardly. But if I never fumble at all… She might think I rehearsed my responses. My therapist likes to ask how I feel. About my autism. I got a Read more…
Illustrated by Angelica Tao On the way home, we were already grieving. After the news we were reviving. It was like being in a kaleidoscope. How would I ever cope? I never meant my parents any grief. The diagnosis itself was brief. But the journey ahead? I’d rather aliens hover Read more…
Title: “The Art of Winking: Why Some Autistic Individuals Find It a Challenge” Introduction Winking is often seen as a playful gesture, a nonverbal cue that can express humor or flirtation. However, for many autistic individuals, this simple act can be surprisingly complex. In this blog post, we will explore Read more…
All within a single brain. Sometimes it feels in vain. At 27 my brain is done growing. But it’s hard not knowing. If I’ll ever find order. Within two disorders. But it’s best not to wait. To see if it gets worse or abates. These disorders are permanent. There is Read more…
Illustrated by Ellie My senior year of high school came. I was unofficially known as an outcast. It was clear that almost none of my classmates were interested in me or how I was doing. Although a few of them regularly said hi to me in the hallways, it never Read more…
Illustrated by Angelica Tao Venomous spiders in my hair. They are all shocked, but I don’t care. To me their hairy legs and biting- Seem rather trifling. In fact, I am rather smug. That I am being spun by bugs. Webs are woven around me. And somehow make me feel Read more…
Illustrated by Angelica Tao Winter Wasteland In between crying and being frozen. By the hot spring, I dip my toes in. Trying to prevent being frost bitten. Somehow, I lost a mitten. If I could be indoors, I’d be healed. In a shelter that could be sealed. So boring yet Read more…
I am so very proud of one of my dear clients, who is so committed to making positive change in his life , even , “ against all odds”, sometimes. I am coaching him to get into the Tech MBA program at NYU and wanted to share one of his Read more…
A Fun-Filled Staycation at Marriott Riverhead! Hello from the News Team at Autisticana! We just wrapped up our second incredible staycation on Long Island, and we can’t wait to share the highlights with you! This time, we checked into the fabulous Marriott in Riverhead, where we enjoyed a stunning two-bedroom Read more…
Navigating the Emotional Challenges of Young Women with Autism During Menstrual Cycles Menstruation is a natural part of life for many young women, but for those on the autism spectrum, it can bring about unique emotional challenges. This blog aims to address the specific difficulties faced by young women with Read more…