Autistic Culture,& Identity
Identity First Language
"Autistic" is the preferred term to use by most Autistic people, however always defer to the individual. It is very important to honour someone's preference as our neurology is intricately woven into all aspects of our identity.
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What is Autism?
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The cultural language of two approaches to Autism
Negative Medical Perspective:
ASD
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Condition
Mild/severe
High/low functioning
Asperger's
Based on deficits
Person needs to change
Special education
"Living with autism"
"These children have autism"
Only diagnosis valid
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Positive Identity Perspective:
Autistic
Autie / Autist
Different types of brains
Neurodiversity
Neurodivergent
Neurominority
Autistic pride
Society needs to change
Accessibility education
"I am autistic
"Autistic children"
Self identification valid
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What is Autism
(Autistamatic)
Autistic Theory, Research and Voice
Autistic Identity Within Autistic Culture--Kieran Rose
"I was never aware that what I was looking for was the recognition of my identity and the validation of my culture." -Kieran Rose
Busting Myths and Countering Ableism
Autism Myth Busting booklet - English.pdf10 Things NOT to Say to an Autistic
-Chloe Hayden
But you don't look Autistic!
Stimming
Autistic Acceptance
Autistic Pride Day Flag Raising 2022.MOVAuti-Gender
Functioning Labels
Why we NEED Autistic Educators
Amazing Autistic Teachers (1).pdfHistorical Oppression, Controversies and Barriers to Acceptance
Additional Resources
The Cultural Immune System --Jorn Bettin
