What a Strengths-Based View of Autism Looks Like in Practice
A strengths-based view of autism starts with what a person already does well and builds support around that, without ignoring real difficulties.
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How Special Interests Change Across Childhood and Adulthood
Special interests often change subject as autistic people grow up, but the intensity and comfort they provide tends to stay the same.
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What Autistic Joy Looks Like, Beyond the Deficit Narrative
Stimming and special interests are often framed as problems to manage — but for many autistic people, they’re genuine sources of joy.
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What Special Interests Are, and Why They Matter
Special interests aren’t something to ration or redirect — for many autistic people, they’re a genuine source of regulation, competence, and joy.
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