Understanding Autism

Understanding Autism Podcast

Category: autism behaviors

  • Stimming

    Season 1 Episode 4 (Blog) by Bret Thayer An Autism Stereotype We have all seen an autistic child on T.V. or in the movies, hunched over, rocking, perhaps even biting themselves in a display of behavior that strikes the neurotypical person as bizarre, crazy, or really out there. And yet, many of us, whether we…

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  • Avoiding Eye Contact

    Season 1 Episode 3 (Blog) By Bret Thayer Eye contact is a central part of how we communicate. It connects us to other people in a unique and personal way. In Western culture, making eye contact is a sign of engagement, self-confidence, and a non-verbal sign that, ‘Yes, I am paying attention to what you…

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