Publication Type

Conference Proceeding Article

Version

publishedVersion

Publication Date

10-2023

Abstract

We present perspectives from 10 autistic Twitch streamers regarding their experiences as livestreamers and how autism uniquely colors their experiences. Livestreaming offers a social online experience distinct from in-person, face-to-face communication, where autistic people tend to encounter challenges. Our reflexive thematic analysis of interviews with 10 participants showcases autistic livestreamers’ perspectives in their own words. Our findings center on the importance of having streamers establishing connections with other, sharing autistic identities, controlling a space for social interaction, personal growth, and accessibility challenges. In our discussion, we highlight the crucial value of having a medium for autistic representation, as well as design opportunities for streaming platforms to onboard autistic livestreamers and to facilitate livestreamers communication with their audience.

Keywords

Human-centered computing, Empirical studies, Human computer interaction, Autism spectrum disorder

Discipline

Communication Technology and New Media | Graphics and Human Computer Interfaces | Social Media

Research Areas

Software and Cyber-Physical Systems

Publication

ASSETS '23: Proceedings of the 25th International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility, New York, October 22-25

First Page

1

Last Page

15

ISBN

9798400702204

Identifier

10.1145/3597638.3608416

Publisher

ACM

City or Country

New York

Copyright Owner and License

Authors

Additional URL

https://doi.org/10.1145/3597638.3608416

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