Youth (12 to 18 years):
Seeking Identity. Facing New Challenges and Embracing the Future.
Adolescence, spanning from 12 to 18 years, represents a phase of unique metamorphosis and complexity in human development. Children transform into teenagers and then into young adults amidst significant hormonal, psychological, and social changes. Adolescence is particularly complex for young individuals within the autism spectrum, filled with major transformations and social demands.
Puberty brings typical physical changes for all teenagers, but for autistic individuals, it can be overwhelming due to their sensitivity to hormonal and sensory stimuli. They need to be guided with great patience and care.
Interpersonal relationships and peer pressure intensify during this time. Difficulties in managing social expectations and fitting in can impact self-esteem. Constant reinforcement of social skills is necessary.
Schooling remains crucial, requiring support to tackle growing academic demands and achieve positive integration with peers.
With adaptations, motivation, and collaboration between parents, therapists, and educators, autistic youths can discover unique talents and shape a life plan that enables a successful transition to adulthood.
Explore this category to learn more about this stage, filled with discoveries, including first-hand experiences from young individuals within the autism spectrum.
ARTICLES
Best Jobs for Autistic Individuals: Low-Stress Careers and the Power of Entrepreneurship
Finding the right job can significantly improve quality of life and reduce stress, which is a key factor for autistic individuals, whether through structured employment or the flexibility of entrepreneurship.
Autistic individuals can thrive in careers aligned with their unique abilities. In today’s article, we explore the best low-stress jobs for people on the spectrum and explain why entrepreneurship can be a great option for the autistic community.
Success on the Spectrum: Business Tips for Autistic Adults
There are many questions about success on the spectrum, which is not only achievable but can lead to fulfilling and independent careers, particularly in entrepreneurship. For many autistic adults, starting their own business allows the flexibility to create a work environment tailored to their strengths and personal needs.
Forging New Neurodivergent Futures: An Evolution Through Trauma to Understanding
The journey of understanding my neurodivergent identity has led me to a broader realization: perhaps the rising visibility of neurodivergence itself represents a kind of evolutionary adaptation – nature’s response to centuries of societal systems built on disconnection, violence, and lack of empathy
Entrepreneurship as an Autistic Person: Challenges and Opportunities
Over the years, despite advances in inclusion, it has become clear that the corporate world is not designed to accommodate the needs of people with autism. As a result, workplace dynamics can be challenging for individuals on the spectrum. However, entrepreneurship offers an alternative that is not only viable but also enriching. In this article, we explore why entrepreneurship can be an excellent option for autistic individuals, the benefits it offers, and we also recommend three books that can provide valuable tools along this journey.
Entrepreneurship from a Neurodiverse Perspective: Recommendations for Autistic Individuals
Entrepreneurship is always a path full of opportunities and challenges. While it can present barriers for autistic individuals, many of the skills and perspectives of people on the spectrum can support successful entrepreneurship. This article offers practical recommendations for starting a business, highlights steps toward entrepreneurial success, explores marketing strategies, and shows how to turn a restricted interest into a business purpose.
Echolalia in Autism: What it is and how to address it
Echolalia in autism is a characteristic that still generates concern and curiosity among parents and educators. This repetitive speech behavior is common in individuals on the autism spectrum (ASD) and plays a significant role in language development. In this post, we will explain what echolalia is, its connection to autism, and strategies for addressing it.
