Do you think you might be autistic? Try the Autism Quotient or the Aspie Quiz, which can give an indication of whether you might be autistic.
You might also want to test how much you mask
your autistic traits, using the CAT-Q.
A neurodevelopmental difference characterized by alterations in social functioning, hypersensitivity to stimuli, repetitive behaviors, and deep interests—often combined with advanced cognitive & perceptive abilities.
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Savant syndrome is a condition characterized by mental disabilities combined with exceptional abilities—usually related to memory. Although rare, a disproportionate 1 in 10 autistic people are savants. One such savant is Daniel Tammet, who can recite 22,514 digits of π. Read more
A link has been found between autism and high intelligence & giftedness; estimated rates of intellectual giftedness in autistic children is 0.7–2%, compared to a up to 1% in the general public. Some researchers regard autism as a “disorder of high intelligence.” Read more
It is a damaging myth that autistic people lack empathy. We can be highly empathetic, but may not always sense the socially appropriate way to communicate it. Due to our low theory of mind, displays of empathy may be delayed until a situation is made salient to us. Read more
Routine provides a framework to make things controlled and manageable; it gives us something we can rely on in a predominantly unpredictable world. An interrupted routine can disrupt our entire schedule, meaning we have to consider everything all over again. Read more
Autistic females are not actually rare. But since autism presents differently in females, many are misdiagnosed or remain undiagnosed. What was thought to be a 4:1 male-to-female ratio of autism, is now predicted to be closer to a 2:1 male-to-female ratio. Read more
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