It turns out we see the world through a very different lens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
hen you Google what makes autistic people different to neurotypical (NT) people, you\u2019ll most likely either read scientific research, or you\u2019ll come across a vague article which lists out general traits but doesn\u2019t give a clear, overall picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And unless you\u2019re specifically looking, you don\u2019t always come across anything written by autistic people. Reading autistic perspectives on this subject is just as important because the narrative needs<\/em> to be rewritten. Just ask ChatGPT, for instance, and you\u2019ll get a glimpse into how autistic people are infantilised \u2014 and, worse \u2014 patronised for our differences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is what\u2019s known as\u00a0the ‘double empathy’ problem\u2014 it suggests that when people with very different experiences of the world interact with one another, they will struggle to empathise with each other. Yet, somehow, we\u00a0need<\/em>\u00a0to find a way to bridge the gap between neurotypical and autistic culture as that will lead to increased understanding on both sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, if you\u2019re an autistic person looking for some insight on what sets you apart from neurotypical people, or you\u2019re a neurotypical person looking to understand autistic people better, here are 10 ways autistic people are different to NT people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read the whole article by the original source through the link below:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n