Job interview tips for autistic adults
With thorough preparation, practice, and a healthy mindset, you can navigate job interviews with more authenticity and a better payoff.
Author: Aly Laube
A lifetime of working in journalism and advocacy prepared me for becoming a content creator with AutismBC. As an autistic person with OCD, anxiety, depression, and myotonic dystrophy, I understand firsthand what it’s like to live and think differently than most, and I’m passionate about advocating for and communicating with others in the community.
I’m also a non-binary lesbian in a happy relationship. Outside of writing, I love to make music, watch horror movies, and hang out with my partner and cat.
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Q&A: What would a life free from poverty enable you to do?
These answers show the transformative benefit of financial security, especially for people with disabilities in BC, who truly just want to be as happy and healthy as they can be.
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Poverty reduction for autistic adults in BC: Possible paths forward
By implementing these poverty reduction suggestions and continuing to champion the rights and well-being of autistic adults, we can create a community where everyone has what they need to thrive.
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Why autistic adults are living in poverty & why it matters
AutismBC exists to empower autistic adults to live their best lives, which they can’t do while stuck in poverty.
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Cleaning tips for autistic adults
Cleaning can be easier and more enjoyable for autistic adults willing to try out these tips!
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Scheduling Tips for Autistic Adults: Tools, planning, and support
Scheduling also covers making time for sleeping, waking, eating, and doing chores — and then actually spending that time doing what you set out to do. Eventually, if you keep doing them, they’ll become routines that are easier to adhere to. With time, they could even become comforting.
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Struggling with daily living activities while autistic: Why it happens and how to help
Our recent survey of autistic adults found that 74 per cent of participants have difficulty with daily cleaning. Sixty-six per cent found running errands challenging, and 60 per cent struggled with cooking.
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Addressing barriers to neuroaffirming care in BC
In a recent survey, we asked autistic adults in BC to tell us about the barriers they faced while accessing neuroaffirming care, and they offered suggestions for what might help them get more support.
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What is neuroaffirming care and why does it matter?
In a province where professionals in health, education, social work, and other fields are still catching up with the latest information, it’s crucial to spread awareness and have open conversations about neuroaffirming care.
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I’m autistic and in mental health crisis. What can I do?
Mental health crises can feel never-ending in the moment, but keeping a list of go-to strategies to reference when you’re in that kind of state of mind can help you cope.
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10 questions for autistic adults to ask a doctor or therapist
Asking your healthcare provider the right questions is the first step to ensuring they can provide you with neuroaffirming care. For autistic adults, access challenges, communication differences, and research gaps all make a difference and need to be acknowledged.
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Understanding Auti-gender and Auti-Ace Identities
Learn about what it means to be auti-gender and auti-ace, understand the history, and be part of positive change.
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Explainer: Canada’s National Autism Strategy
A national autism strategy would help encourage a unified approach, ensure consistency in the services provided between provinces, promote best practices, and address support gaps.
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Autistic food aversion: Understanding, treatment, and support
Autistic food aversion can make it hard to stay healthy, happy, and functional. Getting information, treatment, and support can help.
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5 tips for coping with autistic burnout as an adult
Dealing with autistic burnout in adulthood can be a huge challenge. Here are some tips that can help you cope.
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4 Reasons Autistic Adults Seek Assessment
Getting diagnosed isn’t necessary for every autistic adult in BC, but it can help improve some people’s personal growth, well-being, and social belonging.
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5 Reasons Autistic Adults in BC May Struggle to get Assessed
A recent AutismBC survey found many respondents couldn’t afford to get assessed and would have to wait months to see a professional.
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6 Steps to Getting an Adult Autism Assessment in BC
Adult assessment for autism in BC can be difficult to get on your own. From doing research to getting your results, here are some of the things you should know before you start.
