'Love on the Spectrum' showcases the dating experiences of young autistic people, addressing the loneliness and challenges they face in love and relationships. The show differs from past media portrayals, aiming for authenticity over stereotypes, and highlights issues like dating violence in the autistic community. As a viewer, the author notes the show's ability to offer a genuine glimpse into the intricacies of neurodivergent dating, emphasizing that relationships are difficult for everyone but particularly so for those with autism.
Yet, these last few weeks, 'Love on the Spectrum' landed as an exception to my avoidance. With the release of the third season, I kept hearing about it.
The struggle is real. Relationships can be tricky for anyone, yet ... figuring out the strange dances of courtship can be particularly challenging for neurodivergent folks.
We've come a long way from the stereotypical presentation of autism shown in 'Rain Man,' but we still have a long way to go.
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