A question at Eastercon had David Green pondering why neurodivergent creatives seek out other neurodivergent creatives: It’s all about acceptance.

https://britishfantasysociety.org/searching-for-people-like-me/

#writers #writing #writingcommunity #autism #autismawareness #autisticwriters #creativity #creativetoots #neurodivergence #neurodiversity

🧠💛 For many autistic children, communication is shaped by how they experience the world.
When sensory input feels overwhelming, expression can become more challenging, but understanding this makes all the difference.
Nabeelah Kathrada, a Speech Therapist and Audiologist, shares more insights on supporting communication through sensory awareness 💛.

🔗 Read more here:https://zurl.co/mGH8Z

#BabyYumYum #BYY #AutismAwareness #ChildDevelopment #ParentingTips #Neurodiversity

Some researchers are beginning to rethink the autism spectrum along these lines, too, suggesting that there may be distinct subtypes of the condition with different clusters of challenges and abilities."

https://www.newscientist.com/article/2508317-theres-no-such-thing-as-a-normal-brain-best-ideas-of-the-century/

#Neurodiversity #AutismAwareness #ADHD #MentalHealth #CognitiveDiversity #Masto #FickleFutures

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There’s no such thing as a normal brain: Best ideas of the century

Neurodiversity research has reshaped how we think about autism and ADHD, revealing that a “normal” brain doesn’t exist – and that unusual brains also come with unique strengths

New Scientist

Some researchers are beginning to rethink the autism spectrum along these lines, too, suggesting that there may be distinct subtypes of the condition with different clusters of challenges and abilities."

https://www.newscientist.com/article/2508317-theres-no-such-thing-as-a-normal-brain-best-ideas-of-the-century/

#Neurodiversity #AutismAwareness #ADHD #MentalHealth #CognitiveDiversity #Masto #JasonSpeaks

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There’s no such thing as a normal brain: Best ideas of the century

Neurodiversity research has reshaped how we think about autism and ADHD, revealing that a “normal” brain doesn’t exist – and that unusual brains also come with unique strengths

New Scientist

Dedicated School For Autistic Students Scrapped By Edmonton Public School Board

https://autisticgoblin.ca/2026/04/17/dedicated-school-for-autistic-students-scrapped-by-edmonton-public-school-board/
Tasks that don't make sense

Some tasks are hard. Some are boring. Some are just tasks you don't feel like doing. And then there are tasks that the brain simply refuses — not out of reluctance, but because the purpose doesn't compute. This post explores the neurological mechanism behind that block, why pushing harder makes it worse, and why the person looking back at you with a calm smile while you wait for them to comply isn't being difficult — their brain has already decided.

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Do you ever feel like you suddenly and completely forget how to talk to people?

#Autism #Autistic #AutismAwareness

#AI is dangerous because it has to act like a neurotypical human being with all the nonsense that entails: lies and misunderstandings. I made a screenshot with #ALText that makes text audible instead of a thread. #SaveDemocracy, #resist! #Ethics #AIEthics #actuallyAutistic #autism #autismAwareness

RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:yitwlwggsdkkbhjx3rbykiv4/post/3mjmhjw34222k

Russell Allen shares a deeply personal new song for Autism Awareness Month.

“Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)” is out now.

Details: https://metalinsider.net/video/russell-allen-releases-love-her-like-i-do-avas-song-for-autism-awareness-month

#RussellAllen #SymphonyX #AutismAwareness #NewMusic #Metal

Russell Allen releases “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)”

Russell Allen, known for his work with Symphony X, has released a new ballad, “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song),” in recognition of Autism Awareness Month.

Metal Insider | Get Inside the Industry
The filter that isn't running

The autistic brain doesn't filter out irrelevant sensory input. Everything arrives at full processing weight, not louder, just unfiltered. This post explains the mechanism, why common fixes don't work, and why the problem isn't at the ear at all.

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