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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 16/05/2026

"A systematic review published in BMJ finds that aluminum in vaccines isn’t associated with anything except doing the thing it’s intended to do as an adjuvant, which is to boost the immune response." By @ejwillingham.bsky.social in the TPGA newsletter: buttondown.com/TPGA/archive... #VaccinesWork

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Another antivaxxer golden oldie back in the news

Also, 93% of conflict-of-interest disclosures in ABA autism intervention research determined to be false.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

This is unacceptable. It's an ableist slur, and the fact that people are attacking me for speaking out against it shows how bigoted the word is.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Me, after seeing Dwayne Johnson throw out the r-word at Kevin Hart's roast because he thinks it's edgy and funny.

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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 17/04/2026

There is no such thing as “mild” autism. If an autistic person is not “obviously” autistic, either they are masking for their safety or others’ convenience, or they are actually getting the supports & accommodations they need—so they aren’t forced to demonstrate distress or dysregulation. #autism

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Autism diagnosis saved my life. It helped me explain and understand myself in ways I can't articulate. I was able to make peace with myself, forgive myself, and work to be a better person. I found a community of people with similar experiences, and I want to help however I can to educate, advocate

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Some days it's hard to hold onto hope. We need to remember and remind others rhat we're in this life together. There are enough things in the world trying to keep us apart, but we have to stay together despite their efforts.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

When the president calls dyslexia a learning disability and a disqualifying factor, he's defining who matters. His administration has made it a point to attack and diminish the disabled. This comes across especially when he discusses "good genes" and other terms that can reference eugenics.

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FAN EXPO Denver @fanexpodenver.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

One shall stand, one shall fall, but both shall come to FAN EXPO Denver 🤖 Get tickets to meet Transformers’ legends Peter Cullen (Optimus Prime) and Frank Welker (Megatron), the voices behind one of the most epic rivalries in animation history: spr.ly/6006B6uZvn #Transformers #FANEXPODenver

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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 11/03/2026

"We can’t keep underfunding health and social care and then blame the consequences on autistic advocates on TikTok who in all likelihood aren’t getting any supports themselves." TY @embergreen.bsky.social. Video + transcript at TPGA: tinyurl.com/DebunkingAntiNeurodiversity #neurodiversity #autism

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

I had 2 dreams last night. One where I was on a date, one where bombs we falling outside my window. Subconscious mixed bag.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Have you ever wanted to walk into the woods and just disappear into nature? Our reliance and attachment to electronics and screens have detached us from each other and our connection to the world.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

I read something today that resonated with me. "The ego protects image. Character protects integrity." My ego isn't so fragile that I won't admit when I'm wrong. I'll take my integrity over my image any day. My image might get me in the door, but my integrity will keep me in the room.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Them: Would you stay in your home for 30 days for $1 million? Me: I'm an Autistic introvert, piece of cake. Them: Would you slap your best friend for $1 million? Me: Did I mention the ADHD and bad impulse control?

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

"Listen to your body" is terrible advice. My body wants caffeine, sugar, barbecued meat, and a nap. In that order.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Neurodivergent dating is a special kind of difficult. Just finding a date when you're AuDHD has an amazing degree of difficulty.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

The "Autism Consultant" on the show wasn't Autistic. None of the writers or cast were Autistic. And that's just the beginning of my seething dislike of this show. The autbor here hits a lot of good points about true representation and how this show failed. time.com/6981442/the-...

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Good Riddance to The Good Doctor

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

The Pitt has better #Autistic representation than The Good Doctor. There, I said it.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Beautiful reflection on the lake

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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 17/02/2026

Don't fall for the fabricated label "profound autism." Instead, get your information about autism and disability from those communities—where people will think you or your kid are awesome, and will want you to feel the same way. #autism #ProfoundAutism #neurodiversity #autistic #parenting

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Embrace the social model of neurodiversity.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

The "cure Autism" movement is gaining traction because of statements made by members of the current US government, led by an army of PhDs in Google Research whose only experience with Autism is their cousin's neighbor's child who likes trains.

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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 10/02/2026

Did you know that most self-identifying autistic adults actually want a diagnosis? Diagnosis barriers(financial, waitlists, outdated criteria, diagnosis deserts) are the real issue. Yet another reason why scoffing at self-diagnosed autistic is an a**hole move. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

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Identifying as Autistic Without a Formal Diagnosis: Who Self-Identifies as Autistic and Why? - Isaac L. Ahuvia, Emine Gurbuz, Josephine Cuda, Steven K. Kapp, Abigail Houck, Jacquelyn A. Gates, Jessica...

Background: Adults increasingly self-identify as autistic without a formal diagnosis, yet little research has systematically investigated (a) the unique charact...

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

The GoFundMe isn't going as well as I'd hoped, but I still believe we cam get this move done.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Hot take: people shouldn't listen to a person with no medical, psychiatric, educational, or anecdotal experience with Autism when it comes to diagnosis, recognition, or "treatment" of Autism.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Autism rates are rising partly because parents are becoming more educated to the needs of their children, but also that doctors are more willing to accept that a child is Autistic rather than attributing traits to something else.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Compassion should not be revolutionary, but here we are.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Comfort doesn't build character.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Me, when I see "neurospicy" in a bio.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Hot take: self-help books are written for the neurotypical.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

My son John had a heart transplant at 7 months old. He also has physical and mental disabilities. His ability to work is extremely limited, to the point we weren't sure he'd be able to work. He won't be able to live on his own, so we live together. I'm proud of the man he's becoming.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

If you're going to embrace being Autistic, and you want to share the Autistic experience, you should be willing to be open about the whole exoerience, good and bad. This gives a broader, clearer picture. But it's your choice, always. If you aren't comfortable, don't feel forced to do anything.

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

The minor meltdown that comes with finishing a side quest at work with vague instructions that was done wrong because of VAGUE INSTRUCTIONS. #Autism

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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 02/02/2026

“This IACC is illegitimate and does not represent our community. We do not trust it. We think no one should trust it. ASAN @autisticadvocacy.org will work to hold the government accountable and spread accurate and science-backed information.” autisticadvocacy.org/2026/02/asan... #autism

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ASAN Alarmed By New Anti-Vaccine IACC Roster - Autistic Self Advocacy Network

Formal Language Last Wednesday, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced 21 new public members of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC). It is a complete overhaul. No...

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Full moon over an icy Coot Lake, Boulder, CO

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David Marquiss @farafieldmedia.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

I gave April, my son's mom, my word that I would always take care of our kids. I've spent the 3 years since her death doing my best. The one thing we haven't been able to do is move. We srill live in the aoartment where she died. I started a GoFundMe to help pay to move into a nice place I found.

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