by Daniel Antonsson As long as I can remember I have always walked around in my own little world thinking about my special interests, but for a long time I did not have a word for it, I was not diagnosed until later in life when I was a full grown adult, I felt different and I remember that i questi…

By Joseph Gachau 1. Why are autistic guys so good at math? What probably is their ultimate destination after they’re done with school? The answer to the first question tends to appear simple and it’s what you might be guessing: Many guys with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) tend to pay attention to s…

By Raquel Abiahy Representation is not just an abstract concept; it is a powerful force that shapes how we perceive ourselves and others. For those who grow up without seeing themselves positively reflected in the media or public spaces, the message is clear: “You don’t belong.” This impact was prof…

By Ron Sandison After writing my fourth book Adulting on the Spectrum I felt like I had one thing I had not yet achieved which my brothers and friends had accomplished, own a house. Ron Sandison Autism has made life a challenge for me. Only 3% of people with autism are gainfully employed, 85% of …

By Kadin McElwain Last month, after my usual morning routine, I had to sit down with my family and have breakfast. That morning, we all had some healthy protein pancakes, made with whole oats. I’m not the biggest fan of oats, nuts, peanut butter, and the like, so I was a bit hesitant to eat the meal…

By Nils Skudra Three years ago, I watched Septembers of Shiraz, a 2015 film directed by Wayne Blair which portrays an affluent Jewish family in Tehran whose lives are profoundly changed by the Iranian Revolution of 1979. Starring Adrien Brody and Salma Hayek-Pinault, the film focuses on Isaac Amin, …

By Martine Mussies 音の洪水 心は溺れる 静寂求む A flood of loud sounds My heart is drowning deeply I long for silence ** 一つの道 深く掘り進む 宝を得る On one path I dig Deeply to find my treasures Passion in my hands ** 人の海に 波の間に立ち 孤独感じ In a sea of crowds Standing strong between the waves Loneliness sets in Martine Mussies …

By Aaron Bouma For many years I’ve had this dream. To build a military museum. But it wasn’t until later in my younger years that it was realized it could be achievable. How do you focus on your dreams? Are you satisfied with how you are pushing toward achieving your goals? Autistic persons often ar…

by John Testore I just celebrated my birthday and wish I could sink. I see no purpose in Celebrating birthdays by stereotypes: cake, blowing candles as reminders of age, clinging glasses, and countless dreaded pictures. The bad news is that birthdays are normally social events organized by friends …

The Art of Autism is featured in Feedspot’s Top 100 Autism Blogs! By Jeremy Sicile-Kira The movie Ezra is the story of a child who is a truly beautiful soul dearly misunderstood by all the grownups he meets in a professional capacity. It is also a frankly amazing portrayal of one family’s expe…

By Nils Skudra This past weekend, I had the opportunity to watch ASD Band: The Movie, a highly informative documentary about a group of young musicians on the autism spectrum in Toronto who have formed a band, named “ASD Band,” that actively promotes autism awareness and acceptance. Each of the band…

By Nils Skudra This past week, I had the opportunity to watch Tyson’s Run, a 2022 film directed by Kim Bass, on Netflix. The film portrays the compelling story of Tyson Hollerman, a 15-year-old boy with Autism who aspires to be a marathon runner and actively pursues his dream with the support of his…

By Connor Long-Johnson I have recently discovered the joys of the hit Netflix show Love of the Spectrum. Being Autistic and having met my first girlfriend at the age of 25, I am always eager to discover how others with Autism Spectrum Disorder navigate the complicated world of dating and relationshi…

By Frank Sterle Jr As a boy with an undiagnosed Autism Spectrum disorder, my grade 2 teacher was the first and most formidably abusive authority figure with whom I was terrifyingly trapped. I cannot recall her abuse in its entirety, but I’ll nevertheless always remember how she had the immoral audac…