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They said Autistic People don’t Want Friends. Joshua proved Them Wrong | Miami Autism Dad
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· August 25, 2026
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Key points The organization was created by psychologist Nick Maccarrone, with 19-year-old Joshua Davis being a key inspiration for its founding. Founded in 2012, it provides a peer group, clinical social coach, and monthly outings to help autistic adults form friendships.
A crisis affecting autistic adults is being addressed by an organization called The Social Cog. Founded in 2012, it provides a peer group, clinical social coach, and monthly outings to help autistic adults form friendships. The organization was created by psychologist Nick Maccarrone, with 19-year-old Joshua Davis being a key inspiration for its founding.
Joshua's story is one of success, as he now works for a sports team and plans social activities with friends. He also sits on the executive board of The Social Cog, the organization that helped change his life. Further details about The Social Cog and its mission to combat misconceptions about autism are available through an interview with Nick Maccarrone and Joshua Davis.
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Published: August 25, 2026 ·
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