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Meet My Autistic Brain

Common Autistic Experiences

Aug 7, 2023
In this podcast, the host discusses common experiences and behaviors of autistic individuals, including difficulties with phone calls and self-advocacy, sensory sensitivities, perfectionism, struggles with social interactions, and heightened sensitivity to clothing textures. They also talk about common preferences for beverage containers, disliking certain sounds, and love for repetitive activities.
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  • Autistic individuals often exhibit peculiar behaviors and idiosyncrasies, such as deep thoughts about innocuous subjects and avoiding certain sounds or vessels.
  • Autistic people commonly have unique behaviors and preferences, such as daydreaming, engaging in repetitive activities, and developing unique coping mechanisms for social interaction.

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Autistic Behaviors and Idiosyncrasies

Autistic individuals often exhibit behaviors and idiosyncrasies that may seem peculiar to others. These behaviors can vary widely and are not limited to specific diagnostic criteria. Some examples include getting deep in thought about innocuous subjects and appearing upset, avoiding certain sounds like the microwave or automatic towel dispensers, using specific vessels for beverages, buying multiples of the same thing out of fear of scarcity, and experiencing difficulty with sleep routines. These behaviors are not exclusive to autistic individuals, but autistic people may engage in them more frequently or consistently.

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