Femme-bracing Neurodiversity: Applying Femme Theory to the Experiences of Feminine Autistics

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Coombs, E. & Comeau, E. E. (2024). Femme-bracing Neurodiversity: Applying Femme Theory to the Experiences of Feminine Autistics. Journal of Femininities, 1(1), 53-89. https://doi.org/10.1163/29501229-bja10006

Journal or book title
Journal of femininities.
Publisher
Walter de Gruyter GmbH
Volume
1
Issue
1
Pages
53-89
Publication date: 1 Nov 2024 Added to AutiHub: 9 Aug 2026 Type: Article Article language: English
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2
Publication authors identified as autistic
1 / 2 (50.0%)
  1. Emily Coombs *
  2. Emily E. Comeau

Abstract

Abstract At the crossroads of femme theory and Autistic femininity lie the nuanced experiences of individuals whose identities challenge societal norms of both gender and neurodiversity. By delving into these intersections, this article seeks to illuminate the unique perspectives of Autistic individuals who, in some aspect, identify with femininity. Employing six core principles of femme theory—reclaiming femininity, valuing feminine knowledge and characteristics, intersectionality, agency and empowerment, visibility and inclusivity, and resistance to femmephobia and misogyny—, the authors analyze, through theory application, how these principles manifest in the lives of Autistic individuals. Using femme theory, this research identifies the nuanced ways Autistic individuals navigate societal expectations and stereotypes. The findings contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the diverse spectrum of femininity, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and respecting the agency and experiences of Autistic individuals.

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Cited references
137
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100
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35
10 / 137 (7.3%) cited references include at least one author identified as autistic.
References with data to complete
16 / 137 (11.7%)
References with detected author names
121 / 137 (88.3%)
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16
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1
Without a stable identifier
33
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6
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392
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392
From validated raw bibliography text
0
Raw names already validated
0
Raw names still to review
6
118 / 392 (30.1%) names are linked to an author already present in AutiHub. 274 / 392 (69.9%) names are not yet linked.
Names linked to a person identified as autistic
15 / 392 (3.8%)
Calculated across all author names detected in the cited bibliography. Among names linked to an author already present in AutiHub: 15 / 118 (12.7%). Distinct people identified as autistic: 13 / 360 (3.6%).
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