As the end-of-year festivities approach, many of us look forward to the joy and warmth these celebrations bring. However, for individuals with autism, this period can be fraught with unique challenges and sensory overloads. During the years I have gained invaluable insights into the experiences during these festive times, of myself but also of otherContinue reading “Autism and the Festive Season: Unique Experiences and Coping Strategies”
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The challenge of choosing gifts… autism and celebrations
I grapple with the dilemma of gift-giving, focusing on the balance between meaningfulness and practicality. I prefer utilitarian items in my living space and struggle with the concept of gifting, particularly to those who seemingly have everything. I share my practice of providing and asking for specific gift lists to ease the tension of surprise gifts, yet sometimes settle for small personalized trinkets. Ultimately, I emphasize the value placed on the intention behind every given gift.
The European Autist 