ASD, ADHD… PhD! – A Guest Blog by The Autie Academic

After a few years away from academia, I started my part time PhD in November 2020. This would be my first time as a student following my autism diagnosis, so I wasn’t sure what to expect! I chose the part time option as I work as a Spanish and Portuguese to English translator when I’m…

Actually Aspling’s Diagnosis Reflection

I've been thinking about my diagnosis a lot recently, with all the work I'm doing for university and my blog it's allowed me to really take a step back and reflect on everything. I was diagnosed at age 25, which is considered a late diagnosis, but honestly, I expected it; and for a few reasons.…

Special Interests with Jack Monaghan

One of the key aspects of being autistic is holding a fascination for someone or something for most of or your entire life. Neurotypicals call it “obsessions”. We call them “special interests”. Autistic people have many and sometimes, they come in these categories: Early ones that depart.Some that come and go.Ones that stick with you…