cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/12320962

Neurotypicals, what do autistic people look like to you?

Trying to get an idea of how NTs see us. I know that when I see autistic people, I see someone that’s like me. Obviously, that’s not how NTs perceive us, so what do we look like to yall??

  • gerryflap@feddit.nl
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    9 months ago

    I’m autistic and I’ve never seen anyone mention the “NTs think I’m tripping” thing mentioned before, but it’s definitely something I experience. I like going to festivals and club nights (as long as it’s the right music), and I’ve gotten it quite a lot even though I’m mostly sober. It’s weird to get a very concerned “are you ok?” when I’m just enjoying the lights and music, but at least it comes from a good place. I’ve joked a few times that I’m just perpetually high.