Posts filed under: Alexithymia

Alexithymia

Alexithymia on and off the Spectrum: When Silence is not Avoidance

In intimate partnerships, especially neurodiverse relationships—silence can feel like rejection. But what if silence isn’t avoidance? What if it’s emotional processing? Understanding alexithymia can transform how we interpret silence, frustration and emotional disconnect and offer new pathways for connection. It... Read More

Romantic Relationships For Adults on the Autistic Spectrum

Nuances in an Autistic Romantic Relationship I read a story about a therapist and her first date with her husband. They have been partners now for 30 years.  He asked her, “Are we on a date?” On the second date,... Read More