Can You Be Autistic and Still Make Eye Contact?
Eye contact varies widely among autistic people and should never be used by itself to confirm or rule out autism.
Some autistic people naturally make eye contact, while others learn to use it intentionally or find it uncomfortable and distracting. The amount of eye contact may also change with stress, familiarity, sensory demands, or the effort required to follow a conversation.
A comprehensive assessment considers the broader pattern of development and experience rather than relying on one visible behavior.