"Mild" Autism Myth-Busting: Abuse by Trusted People

It’s time to stop minimizing level 1 autism as "mild." Autistic adults face real, serious challenges every day. Nearly 50% of autistic adults report being abused by someone they thought was a friend. This isn’t mild. This is about safety, respect, and justice. If you relate to this, I see you, I believe you, and I honor your experience. Follow this series to uncover the facts you're probably not hearing about. Sources: Gibbs, V., Hudson, J., & Pellicano, E. et al (2022); UK National Autistic Society survey (2014). #actuallyautistic #adhd #audhd #autismawareness #autismacceptance #neurodiversity #autisticidentity #identity #autistic #greenscreen #mythbusting #maha