Untypical: How the world isn’t built for autistic people and what we should all do about it

by Pete Wharmby

I’m extremely sensitive to worries about bothering other people, for any reason. I’d rather die of thirst than ask someone if I can have some water. This is not a form of hyper-passive–aggression – it’s a fear of disturbing other people’s peace. I suppose this stems from knowing how precious my own peace is.