I can hear everything, but I can follow nothing; that’s sensory overload. The world is designed for brains that filter things out, but many autistic people don’t. Yet they navigate it every day. Find out why autistics have it tough here.
From a footnote in schizophrenia research to a fully recognised spectrum condition, autism’s understanding has evolved dramatically over the past century. This piece is a story not just of science but of a gradual, hard-won shift in how humanity understands the diversity of its own minds.
Universal health coverage is only truly universal if it works for everyone, including autistic individuals whose voices have too often been overlooked in the design of healthcare systems.
Understanding autism goes beyond facts. It’s about shifting from stigma to awareness to acceptance and inclusion. Autism isn’t one story; it’s a spectrum of unique experiences, strengths, and challenges that deserve recognition and celebration.
Want to know why I ran from a guy I liked — and what I wish I’d known? I didn’t understand how autism affected my relationships. It’s not about being ‘difficult’; it’s about learning to communicate in a way that works for both people. Here’s how dating with autism can work with the right understanding.
Discover the unexpected toll that house hunting in Lagos can take on an autistic person and how to navigate it
Sadness isn’t just a fleeting feeling; it’s a fundamental part of the human experience. This story provides insights from someone with autism, revealing why sadness is so essential. Discover more here
Although there is no cure for autism, there are assistive technological tools that can help an autistic person relate, communicate, and regulate their sensory processing. Find out how here
