Myth vs. Fact: What You Think You Know About Autism Might Not Be True
Public understanding of autism has grown, but many long‑held misconceptions still shape how autistic adults are perceived, and how many go undiagnosed or misunderstood. This page offers a clear, research‑aligned, and lived‑experience‑informed look at what autism actually is (and isn’t). Myth 1: “If you made it to adulthood without being diagnosed, you can’t be autistic.” […]