10 Autistic Traits That I Don't Have

TLDRIn this video, I discuss 10 autistic traits that I don't have to show that every autistic person is different.

Key insights

😊Understanding sarcasm and enjoying sarcasm is not exclusive to non-autistic individuals.

🤪Not all autistic individuals have noticeable stims, and those who do may have subtle ones.

😇Being autistic does not automatically mean being a victim of bullying; some individuals have positive school experiences.

🎵Not all autistic individuals have a monotone voice; some can be expressive and passionate.

🧠Having a vivid imagination is not uncommon among autistic individuals; many are creative and enjoy imaginative play.

Q&A

Do all autistic people have difficulty understanding sarcasm?

No, understanding sarcasm is not exclusive to non-autistic individuals.

Do all autistic people have noticeable stims?

No, some autistic individuals have subtle stims that may not be easily noticeable.

Are all autistic individuals bullied in school?

No, not all autistic individuals experience bullying in school; some have positive experiences.

Do all autistic individuals have a monotone voice?

No, many autistic individuals can have expressive and passionate voices.

Do all autistic individuals have exceptional skills in math and science?

No, interests and strengths vary among autistic individuals; not all have exceptional abilities in math and science.

Timestamped Summary

02:59Understanding sarcasm and enjoying sarcasm is not exclusive to non-autistic individuals.

03:59Not all autistic individuals have noticeable stims, and those who do may have subtle ones.

14:16Being autistic does not automatically mean being a victim of bullying; some individuals have positive school experiences.

15:44Not all autistic individuals have a monotone voice; some can be expressive and passionate.

22:32Having a vivid imagination is not uncommon among autistic individuals; many are creative and enjoy imaginative play.