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About Me
Kirsty Kendall
I’m an author and blogger.
My life changed when I was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome and ADHD at the age of 28. Now I’m sharing insights on life on the spectrum as an #actuallyautistic adult.
Recent Blog Posts
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5 Common Reasons Why You Experience ASMR Immunity
You used to enjoy those sweet tingles while watching ASMR videos. These days, you never get tingles…
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5 Reasons Why I Quit ADHD Medication
I quit my ADHD medication (Elvanse/Vyvanse) in late 2023. Now I’ve been medication-free for four months. Today,…
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Neurotypicals Have So Much Energy
Neurotypical people have so much energy, and they don’t even know that. Of course, not all neurotypical…
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Fear of Doctors as an Autistic Adult
I’m an autistic adult and I’m scared of doctors. I’m not so much scared of medical exams,…
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Does Sonic the Hedgehog Have ADHD?
Playing video games is a popular activity amongst people with ADHD. That’s because these games give you…
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5 Reasons Why Lidl Feels More Accessible as an Autistic Person
Shopping. Easy for neurotypicals but a struggle for an autistic person. Yet some retail chains make shopping…