The Basics

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The Basics

Wait, I’m Autistic?

New to autism? Here's everything you need to get started.

The Basics

Autism, Explained…Sort Of

One interpretation of the diagnostic criteria for autism. Because accessibility.

The Basics

Is An Autism Diagnosis Right For You?

5 pros & cons of seeking an official diagnosis and how to get one.

The Basics

Women & Autism: A Starting Point

Samantha Craft's list of traits often observed in high-camouflaging autistic people.

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Resources

For Us, By Us

Resources For BIPOC Communities

#AutisticBIPoC advocates, books, talks, and other resources for autistic people of colour.

For Us, By Us

Autastic Reading Lists

Guides to life on the spectrum, #ActuallyAutistic autobiographies, fiction by #AutisticBIPoC authors, and more!

For Us, By Us

Autistic YouTube

Learn more about yourself thru the experiences of #ActuallyAutistic vloggers.

Companion Resources

Resources For Change

For Us, By Us

ASD-Friendly Podcasts!

A ever-growing selection of podcasts for your #AutisticLife. Listen up!

Tips & Strategies

Apps for Your #AutLife

Try these digital helpers to see you smoothly through your day.

Culture

Community

That #AutisticBIPOC Life

Because being a minority many times over is a lot.

Community

Autistic Minorities on Screen

Movies, series, & documentaries depicting autistic characters from minority communities. Because #RepresentationMatters.

Tips & Strategies

Copping Style While Autistic

Style is communication. Here's how to say what you mean, with style!

WELLNESS

Wellness

Stim! Stim! Stim!

Tools and toys to relieve tension, soothe, focus attention, and perk you up.

Tips & Strategies

What’s In Your Sensory Kit?

Manage overload with your very own portable sensory kit.

Wellness

The Anxiety Monster

Try these five ways to kick the anxiety monster to the curb.

Wellness

Sleeping While Autistic

Can't get to sleep? Can't stay asleep? Waking up too early? Try these insomnia-busting tips.

Support

Community

Onboarding To #AutisticLife

Our monthly small group experience. Ease into #AutisticLife with peer support + live Q&As on Zoom.

Wellness

Accessing Therapy When You’re Autistic

Tips on finding adequate mental health support when you're autistic.

Wellness

Global Adult Autism Services Map

A community-maintained map of assessment and counselling services worldwide.

Community

#AutisticElders Advice Line

Because everyone needs a little help sometime. #AutisticElders. To the rescue.

Community

#YAAS Advice Line

When you need a new perspective, who can you turn to? #YAAS, that's who.

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