About Me
Kirsty Kendall
I’m an author and blogger.
My life changed when I was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome and ADD at the age of 28. Now I’m sharing insights on life on the spectrum as an #actuallyautistic adult.
Recent Blog Posts
The Horror of Group Discussions as an Autistic Person
One of the horrors an autistic person faces is the possibility of ending up in a group…
Fear of Phone Calls as an Autistic Adult
A simple phone call can be anxiety-inducing for an autistic person. This is what the fear of phone calls as an autistic adult looks like.
Bipolar Misdiagnosis as an Autistic Person
Bipolar disease is a common misdiagnosis in neurodivergent women. Doctors failed to recognize the real reason behind my symptoms; autism and ADHD.
Not All Autistic People Are Logical Thinkers
Unlike some autistic people, I don’t find comfort in logic. I don’t believe in logic. I believe in magic. Everything in the world is magical.
Alice in Wonderland as an Allegory of Autism
Alice in Wonderland is a perfect allegory of autism. Alice’s struggles in the bizarre reality of Wonderland are painfully relatable for an autistic person.
The Bliss of ASMR as an Autistic Person
Why do some people experience ASMR while others don’t? Are autistic people more likely to experience ASMR?