Mark PalmerUnderstanding Autism: The Truth Behind MeltdownsI have had autistic meltdowns all my life, and I still remember what they were like when I was very young. Here is what I have learnt.1d ago21d ago2
Mark PalmerHow Allies Can Make a World of Difference for Autistic People at WorkWhen you are autistic, the workplace can be a very confusing place. Allies can make the difference between struggling and thriving.Oct 81Oct 81
Mark PalmerTransform Your Dreams into Reality: Why Waiting Won’t WorkIf you keep waiting for the perfect moment to follow your dream, you will always be waiting. But however busy you are, you can start to…Oct 6Oct 6
Mark PalmerConfused at the Best of Times: Why Autistic People Can be Vulnerable to GaslightingAny abuse is awful, but manipulating the mental health of someone else for your own benefit is a special kind of nasty!Oct 34Oct 34
Mark PalmerWhy It’s Time to Listen to the WeirdosMore of the same is not going to help anyoneOct 12Oct 12
Mark PalmerWhy I Never Felt More Isolated Than When I Worked in a Busy OfficeThe loneliest place really can be in the middle of a crowdSep 302Sep 302
Mark PalmerDisorders, Deficits, and Disabilities: Why the Negative Language We Use for Differences is Doing…When we describe something as a deficit or disorder, it is only seen as a problem. This does untold damage and is almost always inaccurate…Sep 28Sep 28
Mark PalmerWhat Parents Should Know About Autism and Fussy EatingLooking back as an autistic adult, I see a huge difference between what was really going on when I refused to eat things, and what the…Sep 56Sep 56
Mark PalmerAutism and Mental Imagery: Am I an Outlier?I cannot see things in my head, but it seems other autistic people may be very good at thisSep 26Sep 26
Mark PalmerStop the Empty Talk: Real Action is Needed for InclusionParis 2024 calls out the ongoing hypocrisy of those who talk about inclusion while building barriers.Aug 291Aug 291
