Is Asperger’s / autism a mental health issue? [Mental Health Monday]

(Beginning note: this post uses a lot of “we” and “us”.  I must qualify that with my usual disclaimer that …

The ‘Golden Rule’ isn’t always golden

You’ve probably heard the old adage, “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” That’s known as …

Dear general neurotypical population: we know more about you than you know about us:

Today I feel like going on a road trip down Irony Lane. First, I’ll lay down some basics. Basic Tidbit …

Asperger’s / autism is Asperger’s / autism, and antisocial behavior is antisocial behavior

I cringe every time I hear the word “antisocial” used to describe someone (or people in general) on the Asperger’s/autism …

How I “hid” (or “coped with”) Asperger’s

I wasn’t going to blog today; it’s Monday and I’m at the office, and there’s work to be done, a …

Navigating Unwritten rules ~ the gift-giving edition

Apparently, you’re not supposed to blurt out the answer when you already know what’s inside a gift box.

10 Things *not* to assume about all Asperger’s / autistic females

My mom always said, “never assume.  Look at the way it’s spelled.  To assume makes an ‘ass’ out of ‘u’ …

So…about that empathy quotient quiz ~ from an (one) Asperger’s / autistic point of view

I need to make one thing (OK, two things) very clear: the first is, I did not arrive at my …

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Neurotypicality: a handbook on the rest of the world for Asperger’s / autistic people

(Beginning note: this is meant to be equal parts satire, seriousness, and helpful.  It’s not meant to sound superior, condescending, …

Truths about Asperger’s / autism

For the last three posts (Myths about Asperger’s & autism Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3), I droned on …

Reblog: Unschooling Myself After All These Years

Originally posted on Autistic Ultra:
I’ve been blocked off for a very, very long time – kept in a state that…

Asperger’s / autism and self-doubt

Looks like the hotel’s wi-fi is working!  Technology and I may have a chance at an amicable relationship after all. …