Autistic Adult Resources

Hey, you beautiful soul! I'm so glad to have an autistic adult like yourself here (and even more so if you are hyperlexic too because I don't know many hyperlexic adults yet!). I value your insight and input as an autistic adult. My goal is:

Helping you support your own sensory needs in your day-to-day life.

For understanding your diagnosis...

You think you might be hyperlexic: Learn more about hyperlexia
You want to read and learn more about autism: Best books about autism
You want a better understanding of your sensory preferences: Best books about sensory processing
You want to help your friends and family understand your diagnosis by dispelling some common autism myths: 8 common autism myths

For finding your community...

You want to connect with other autistics: Best autistic-led groups
You wish you could find a good fiction book with realistic portrayals of autistic characters: Try one of these book suggestions

For supporting your needs...

You are looking for a visual schedule to help you stay organized throughout the day: Free printable daily visual schedule
You are an oral sensory seeker and need to invest in some durable chewies: Best chew necklaces
You want to use mindfulness exercises to help with self-regulation: Mindfulness resources

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