Press space, or use the arrow keys to go through the images. (Or click/tap if you're on mobile.) -------------------------------------------------- This is a really important message that I want to share: Autism is not a joke or an insult. Calling something/someone autistic has very similar issues to calling things “gay” (in a derogatory way). Being gay is not an insult, and being autistic is also not an insult. Autism is not a negative thing, it’s neutral. Using the word “autistic” as a derogatory term is extremely offensive, rude, hurtful, and ableist. I’ve heard lots of people share their experiences of people joking about autism, or using it as an insult, and that’s not ok. <~Something from me~> I have ADHD(mixed type) and Level 1 Autism. We found out before my birthday on June 30th, 2025. It explained a lot about things I do, my noise sensitivity, my dislike of touch(hugs, cuddles, ect). Me and my family are learning together about it. I haven't had anyone joke about it, yet, and hopefully never. I view the world in a very different way, like I'm not from Earth or something. I have sound canceling headphones for the noise. I deal with ADHD, and Autism, but it's who I am. I know some other people, online, or in real life with Autism. So if you joke about it around me, not only are you being rude to me, but my friends, my family, and online users with it. I won't stand for it, so please don't joke about it. People with Autism are people, just viewing the world differently. (Written by @Coppertheskywing)
