We Can Get Through This – How Autistic Individuals Can Cope with Massive Burnout

• By: Robert Schmus, MSW, LCSW Mental Health Therapist and Autistic Self-Advocate
• September 15th, 2025
• burnout, coping strategies, emotional regulation, Fall 2025 Issue, mental health, neurodivergence, recovery, safety, sensory issues, stimming
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It is not surprising that burnout is one of the toughest things that autistics face in their lives. Granted, each autistic suffers from burnout differently, but it is a difficult situation nonetheless. Burnout can affect the ability to cope with sensory sensitivities, manage executive...

Yes, We Can Socialize

• By: Robert Schmus, MSW, LCSW Mental Health Therapist and Autistic Self-Advocate
• December 30th, 2024
• actually autistic, communication, community, masking, mental health, neurodiversity, sensory issues, social anxiety, socialization, support, therapy, Winter 2025 Issue
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Throughout my life as an autistic person, I have been fortunate to have experienced great moments where I have been able to socialize with others and gain long-lasting friendships. There were also times when, due to my misunderstanding of certain social situations and the anxiety that comes with...