Much has been written about ‘Masking’ the practice of hiding one's autistic identity in order to conform to...
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Antlers
There is a parent at my son’s school who has been wearing reindeer antlers for the whole of December. It’s not just...
Show off or circumstance? Remembering what it is like to be disabled: Neurodiversity in context
Warning, I am going to start this article by showing off! I am a capable person. I make a positive difference...
Just Another Voice in the Crowd
There are a lot of us about recently, you might have noticed us. People who have suddenly discovered their...
Dear Doctor
Dear Doctor, Remember me? We used to see each other quite regularly or speak on the phone, but I haven’t troubled you...
History Repeating
Yesterday, a film crew set up around me; I was centre stage. When I’d finished my piece the cameraman, out of respect...
On Wednesday, I Was Disabled
Do you find that some days you just cannot get things done? No matter how much you rush around trying to tick things...
Cats and Dogs: Communication Across a Neuro Divide
The dog wags its tail, and the cat thinks it is annoyed. The car purrs, and the dog thinks the cat is angry. Should we...
There’s a Brick on My Foot!
Suppose you had a brick on your foot. And you told someone: “I am in pain. Can you help me get this brick off my...