Even as a practitioner who works with autistic women, and as an autistic woman myself, understanding what exactly autism spectrum disorder is can be difficult. We tend to think of spectrums in terms ...

Fixations can come in many varieties, and they’re common for neurodivergent and autistic people. While they can often be enjoyable and helpful, therapy can help if they become overwhelming. Whether it ...

Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO Key Takeaways Stimming helps people with autism regulate their emotions and ...

Stimming refers to the natural behavior of self-stimulation. It may include nail biting, drumming your fingers on a surface, or full body movements like rocking or swaying. Stimming usually involves ...