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genderqueerdykes · 1 year
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call me a dumbass furry werewolf otherkin faggot but I genuinely don't think queer people having genders tied to their nonhumanity is a bad thing at all. it has no impact on whether or not we're actually. oppressed. or not, so why not let us talk about how our elf or dragon or wolf or cat or whatever nonhuman identities affect our genders, who cares lol
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The constant presence of advertising makes the world less accessible to neurodivergent people, especially those with ADHD.
I cannot read a website with GiFs going off in the background, much less videos or pop-ups.
I tried to pump gas today and a video was playing right next to where I was supposed to answer prompts about my credit card. It threw me off track.
Billboards on the road to deliberately distract us while we are driving.
Those of you involved in the fight for disability rights, please talk about this, please reblog this.
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”Failing doesn’t mean you have to quit”- Tips from a university student with ADHD📚
So I’ve been in uni for like….*squints at calendar* almost 5 years, (yikes) and in that time I’ve learned the value of failing.
More specificly I failed a lot of tests, handed in a bunch of assignments late and what I learned from these experiences is that failing an exam…or several of them, is not the end of the world and perhaps more importantly not the end of your plans for the future. I was convinced at several points during these years that because I failed an exam or even a whole course, it would be the end of my academic future and possibly career. I never thought I’d ever graduate but here I am five years later with a bachelor’s degree and now on my way to a master’s.
Failing doesn’t mean you have to quit what you’re doing or give up on your dreams.
It just means you have to get up and try again and if it’s one thing people with ADHD are good at it’s trying. We’re always trying to do better, improve our lives, and as long as you keep trying you’ve never truly failed.
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nicxxx5 · 2 years
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family members NEED NEED NEED NEED NEED to do research when someone gets an autism/neurodivergent diagnosis because i guarantee you what you think you know is either incorrect or barely scratches the surfaces of what the diagnosis is. and as a personal note i am so so so so SO tired of experiencing ableism in my own family 
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spider-starry · 1 year
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Something hardly any Percy Jackson fan talks about is the fact that all demigods have a learning disability. Growing up with a learning disability, I often would get made fun of for not being able to read aloud correctly in elementary school. I would struggle with basic words. But when I first read Percy Jackson, it was one of the first times in my life that made me feel like having a learning disability wasn’t such a bad thing. And for that, I’m genuinely thankful that Rick Riordan included learning disability in his series.
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jeppyposting · 3 months
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am i the only autistic person who has had an affinity for walking in circles their whole life ? i can walk in circles for HOURS listening to music and thinking about my special interests or just life, i’ve also been known to forget myself and start doing it in public if i’m really happy or if there’s a lot happening in my brain. it’s sort of a way to stim but it also helps me keep my train of thought, i think it’s kinda the same idea as fidgeting with fidget toys but like .. my whole body.. also if i get REALLY excited i’ll do big jumps while running in circles 😭 i know it’s common but does anyone else do it this much ?
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catgenderalien · 4 months
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romance but its between two autistic people.
"A has been gone for 2 hours. i bet they found a rock again and now they're going to run in here and tell me about it in 3... 2... 1..." *bursts into room* "BABE I FOUND A COOL ROCK LET ME TELL YOU ALL ABOUT IT"
"u want to hug me, huh? get out of the sweater first, please. it is made of The Bad Texture. yes you can put it back on after we're done."
"when do i say i love you? do i say it now? do i say it tomorrow?" "i love you" "OH MY GOD DID I SAY IT AT THE RIGHT TIME??? I SHOULD HAVE ASKED A NEUROTYPICAL ABOUT THIS DAMMIT"
A goes to the store and sees something that reminds them of B's spinterest, so they buy it for them. B does the same thing for A.
the two of them can go literal weeks without seeing or even speaking to one another, but once they see each other again, they're basically inseparable.
whenever one has a meltdown or a shutdown, they go to the other because they know their partner can ground them better than anyone else can.
"b-babe... i may or may not have acquired another spi--" "tell me All About It. i have all day."
they don't need to touch each other to show their love. talking and being around each other in silence is more than enough.
neither of them have to mask around one another, because they know that neither of them will be judged for what is normal autistic behavior.
speaking of stimming, imagine if A picked up a vocal stim from B and its something stupid like "oh boy! its a ✨corner cat✨" or some shit.
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crowflesh · 6 months
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To anyone else that saw the movie "Nope"
Please please PLEASE tell me I wasn't the only one who noticed OJ's neurodivergence. It was something I clocked almost immediately when I first saw the movie. The way he speaks in a monotone voice and isn't really emotive, how he struggles to interact with others and is socially awkward, how he reacts "inappropriately" in certain situations, how Angel literally tells him to "read the room" when they're in the fast food place, after their encounter with Jean Jacket. Even down to how he doesn't respond or react verbally and just grunts or hums and, honestly, the list could go on. These are all things that I do as an autistic person and it was so nice to finally see these traits not painted in a negative or stigmatized light. I just loved being able to see someone who acts and behaves like me be the hero of the story and it isn't made to be a whole big thing, as is what typically happens in media that involves autism. I loved the movie, I loved OJ, and it was so refreshing to see and I neeeeeed someone else that recognized OJ's possible autism coding PLEEASE
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erratic-brainrot · 1 year
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I realized I forgot to post this. And tbh I could’ve waited for pride month but kahskshs look at him
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autisticlifelessons · 6 months
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Tips for boosting driving confidence in Autistic people
For some autistic people, myself included, driving anxiety can be really detrimental to your ability to get around and be independent. However, this year (10 years after starting to learn and 9 years after passing my test lol), I have been working hard to improve my confidence and whilst I still have a ways to go, my anxiety isn't nearly as bad as it was and I've driven places I would never have dreamed of this time last year.
The following tips are aimed at autistic people, but I think they'll apply to anyone who considers themselves a nervous driver.
Practice makes perfect! - if something makes you super anxious, the natural thing to do is avoid it if at all humanly possible, right? Well, it might make you feel relief in the moment, but over time this just reinforces your anxious thoughts and can make it harder and harder to break the cycle. As much as it sucks, the key thing is to just. keep. driving. Start with just short journeys on familiar roads and build it up from there. The more situations you encounter the more your skills will improve. For various reasons - including issues with visual processing and sensory overload - it's natural that some autistic people take longer to feel comfortable and confident at doing something, so just keep working at it and you'll slowly but surely notice a difference.
Leave yourself plenty of time - being late is a massive trigger for me, so if I find myself in a situation where I have to drive somewhere in a tight time frame it really freaks me out. Give yourself plenty of time to get where you need to go, so you know you have wriggle room if there's unexpected road closures or if you make a wrong turn. This is especially important if you're going somewhere unfamiliar as you will probably already be anxious about this. Plus, if you arrive early you will have some time to regulate/decompress yourself in preparation for whatever you have planned.
Set out your boundaries - Ok driving alone but having people in car with you sends you into a flat spin? That's fine - say no to passengers for a while and then if you feel ready have a trial run with someone you know will be kind and supportive. Equally, if you find having someone in the car with you is reassuring, that can be a big help - just be sure they understand you are feeling anxious so they don't pressure you to go routes you aren't ready for. Also, some people are overconfident in their driving abilities and may try to get you to do things that are unsafe - don't listen to them! Trust your own judgement.
Set a goal - having something specific to work for can help motivate you and give you a measure of your confidence improving. Maybe you want to drive to an out of town shopping centre, or take a road trip with a friend? Just make sure your goal is realistic and you give yourself a big pat on the back once you achieve it.
Practice self compassion - driving is stressful for some people and that's totally ok. I've accepted that while I can safely get from A to B, I'm probably never someone who is going to want to drive for fun. Remember, you are in charge of your life, no one else. Whilst I'm ok driving short distances, if I have to go to another city I would always opt for public transport if at all available. I know it'll make the whole thing much less stressful for me (and is better for the environment, too). Also, if you've been trying for a while but driving just isn't for you, that's totally ok, too! It sucks that the way our society is built means not having access to your own car is inconvenient at best, but remember we all have different strengths and weaknesses, and deciding not to drive doesn't make you a failure. You can bet the minute I can get hold of a (reliable and affordable) self-driving car, my life will be made so much easier!
And there you have it! I do hope my tips brought you some comfort or reassurance if this is something you've been struggling with. Remember, these tips are what have helped me personally - I am not a driving (lol) or medical professional, and I certainly don't claim to speak for all autistic people.
Your support is hugely appreciated xx
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jadyn2303 · 4 days
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shadowpuppetteer · 3 months
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Love all these lil guys, but I have a soft spot for this soft shelled dork of a mess.
Not sure if it is actually canon, but I like the idea of Donnie being autistic and Mikey being ADHD.
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dannydevitosthiccdog · 6 months
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Any Autistic peeps have any tips for wearing glasses? Like a specific frame or tips to stop sensory overload?
Or any neurospicy lovelies tbh.
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ocd is the most stupid mental illness of them all. if i don’t walk into this building at approx 4:44 it will explode. ridiculous. and i’ll believe it too
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nicxxx5 · 1 year
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this might be a hot take idk but like...why do people treat neurodivergent disorders like a death sentence? like just in relation to they respond with sympathy like they're sad for you?
like i'm saying this because i just feel like there's this common trend of responses from neurotypical people and it's so fucking weird
like someone tells you their diabetic and you're like "oh okay"
but then someone tells you they're bipolar or autistic and people respond with "oh wow. oh my god. i'm so sorry"
like it's just so weird??? like yeah my neurodivergence makes my life difficult and ostracizes me from society but if i don't keep my diabetes in check i could straight up fucking die.
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Fuck therapy, make ripped tights instead
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