What is autism, really? To answer this question, we first need the foundational knowledge of how Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is clinically diagnosed through the DSM-5. The DSM-5 is the book that psychologists use to diagnose people with mental disorders, but it can be very difficult to understand. So let's break it down into digestible chunks.

Do you feel like a misfit? I have been a misfit all my life, and I finally figured out why in 2024 when I discovered that I am autistic. This tells the story of the moment that completely changed my life and was the foundation for The Arcadian Atlas.