Understanding the Challenges: Why People with Autism Often Dislike Making Phone Calls

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how individuals perceive the world and interact with others. One common challenge faced by many people with autism is difficulty in making phone calls. Why is an interesting question: I know I personally detest making phone calls. For me part of it comes from peoples trouble understanding me. I’ve also dealt with my mother giving me a hard time during every phone call that she listened in on, telling me all the things she felt I was doing wrong, such as saying uh-huh and yep. Every person with ASD is different, so this just looks at a few things I found that can contribute to a distaste for making calls. Personally I much prefer text, where I can think a little bit about my reply as opposed to needing immediate interactions.

Sensory Overload and Communication Challenges

Sensory Sensitivities

Many people with autism have heightened sensory sensitivities. Phone calls can be overwhelming due to unpredictable sounds and volume changes. The lack of visual cues, which are crucial for some in understanding speech, further complicates the situation.

Communication Hurdles

Autism often impacts communication skills. Phone calls require real-time verbal interaction, which can be daunting for those who need more time to process information and…