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Four adults with autism share their stories of finding and keeping love in this personal and stereotype-shattering film. Watch how they cope with communication and social challenges, and explore the wide range of perspectives on the autism spectrum.
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One of the great misunderstandings about autistic people is that they lack empathy. In fact, people with autism tend to only struggle with one type of empathy: cognitive empathy. Cognitive empathy involves trying to determine what someone is feeling, based on their body languageand other means of expression, and trying to work out what you would fe...
People with autism often have difficulties with social interaction. No matter what level of autism they have, they likely have difficulties with social cues and reading other people, in addition to finding it hard to pick up conversational subtext. They also tend to experience social overwhelm and burnout and may have to spend time on their own—all...
When someone with autism does find someone they want to be with, however, they might find it hard to be in a relationship–and their partner might find it difficult to accommodate some of their needs. People with autism tend to have a strong attachmentto particular ways of doing and thinking about things, and it can be difficult for them to compromi...
People with autism tend to have difficulties communicating their emotional needs, which can cause problems in close relationships. They may find it hard to communicate an initial interest in someone, express their needs within a relationship, or declare their love for someone else. Ellie told me, “I’ve been in relationships with people in the past ...
Relationships tend to be hard for most people. When autism is added into the mix, they can be even tougher. But many of the relationship issues my clients face can be managed with improved communication and understanding from both parties. Educating a partner about your autism can foster a better understanding of your needs. You, for your part, can...
Mar 30, 2022 · In short, autistic people are more than capable of love and being in romantic relationships. Being in a relationship with an autistic person may just look a little different than what you’re ...
Mar 9, 2022 · Learn how autism can affect social skills, communication, emotions, and relationships. Find out tips and challenges for dating and being in a relationship with someone who has autism.
The film follows four autistic adults, Dave, Lindsey, Lenny, and Stephen, and explores the concepts of love, romance, and parental relationships. Dave and Lindsey, who are both autistic, have been romantically involved for eight years.
May 13, 2024 · Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) certainly adds its own twist to the world of love. Whether an autistic person has never been in a relationship before or a neurotypical (non-autistic) person has never dated someone on the spectrum, there might be a bit of an adjustment period as you learn the ropes.
Apr 23, 2023 · It’s a too-common myth that autistic people are incapable of, or inept at, love. Autistic writer Kay Kerr explores 5 autistic people’s experiences of familial, friend and romantic love.
