Silvertant (2020)

Alexithymia is where individuals struggle to identify and describe their own emotions. This article provides a clear and concise overview of alexithymia and its impact on daily life, particularly in relation to the autistic experience. By examining alexithymia’s traits, the author challenges outdated views of autism—such as those focused on Theory of Mind and perceived lack of empathy—and combines academic research with lived experience to explore alexithymia from a neurodivergent-affirming perspective.

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