What's your special interest? Many autistic people have intense and highly-focused interests, often from a fairly young age. These can change over time or be lifelong. We often spend a lot of time and money researching and building collections around our special interests. While neurotypicals enjoy hobbies, autistic folks have an intensity about a subject that often seems extreme to the average hobbyist. We also often focus on niche and unusual subjects that may not be popular with others. I can