I was curious about an actor in a show I like, so I attempted to find out if she is autistic. When asked in interviews, she skirts the question, but she wrote a whole story about an autistic heroine where she plays the staring role herself. Despite trying not to jump to conclusions, I find myself making assumptions.
What do you all think? Is that bad? Should I try to resist doing that? Is that my brain trying to categorize everything in neat boxes?
My opinion? You're looking for representation out there in the world.
I grew up in the 70s, in Utah, knowing I was gay. What I saw on TV and movies to represent me was damaged, broken, evil people. Not exactly aspirational. Things have improved since then, and in my gut I know it's important to see people like yourself.
No, it's not bad to look for representation.
