Published on 12, July, 2020
I often refer to myself as an "Autist" and would not be at all concerned if anyone else called me it either (assuming it was done without malice).
For some reason the word really appeals to me - it just fits!
A therapist suggested that saying "an autistic person" would be more inclusive.
Are there offensive connotations to the word "Autist"?
I refer to myself as being "On the spectrum". its inclusive. I dont offer this information unless its absolutely necessary so I haven used it since my diagnosis.
For someone my age, 'spectrum' raises visions of 'Captain Scarlet' and SPVs (Spectrum Pursuit Vehicles). Yes, I did have a Corgi SPV, and, like the James Bond Aston Martin, it delighted my little autistic mind with ejector seats and other spring-loaded goodies.