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Internalised Ableism and Autism: Why You Doubt Yourself

Melting ice cream cone on the ground with a brain-shaped scoop, symbolising mental exhaustion and internalised ableism in autism.

Ever catch yourself thinking, “Maybe I’m not really autistic”? You’re not alone. Internalised ableism and autism often go hand in hand—and that quiet doubt? It’s more common than you think.

No Diagnosis? Why Self-Identifying as Autistic is Valid

Hands holding a rainbow heart-shaped stim toy, symbolising comfort and the personal process of self-identifying as autistic.

For many autistic adults, self-identification is the first step toward understanding themselves. But with barriers to diagnosis and stigma around self-diagnosing, many wonder—does a formal diagnosis really matter?

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