No, Sunny, I am sorry if I have offended. Yes, I joined because I thought that this would be a way to go directly to the one of the population that my daughters thesis address. "Real live autistics" as you say. I would prefer not to go into why I am helping her my daughter, but would be happy to do so in private - don't judge.
Honestly, I have been approached in my field to share insight on many, many occasions, and as I love what I am doing and have strong opinions, have always been happy to share/participate. I have, also, mentored numerous "newbies" to help them find their path/way in my field. I have not taken the request in any other way than an opportunity to share my experience. I hope others might also see it that way. And no I have never even considered asking for compensation, but to each his own. These are college students trying to complete their thesis and graduate - not big business trying to make a buck. The thesis addresses neurodevelopment disorders of college students during covid, as much research has been done on high school student, but little on college students. If anyone is available to help, feel free to message me and I will pass the information on.