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Neurodivergent friends and advocates, check out the launch issue of the Autistc Revolution Magazine. You will be impressed by the breadth of content, the colorful aesthetic, and how neurodivergent-affirming it is! I was especially pleased to see a section on neuroqueering and LGBTQIA, as well as some innovative concepts! The next edition is on belonging. I hope to contribute and share about neurobelonging and creating cultures of neurobelonging at home and work. Congrats to everyone involved in this project! #autisticrevolution #autisticrevolutionmagazine #autism #autistic #actuallyautistic #neurodivergent #neurodiversityaffirming #neuroqueering

When autistic kids get bullied for their appearance, clothing, hair, mannerisms etc, getting called ugly, dorky, square etc, they can easily grow into young adults seeking validation in all the wrong ways, extra vulnerable to abuse. And I don't have the answers, just putting this out there. Oops there's an NSFW song on the soundtrack. #Autism #ASD #ActuallyAutistic #AntiBullying #DifferentIsOK #MeToo #BeKind Image description, Tiktok slide show of Charlie aged 16, 17, 18 and recently. 16 year-old Charlie is kinda dorky. 17 year-old Charlie has long hair and is wearing hot pants and a skimpy vest top. 18 year-old Charlie is dressed semi-goth and looking stoned at a party, surrounded by cheap lager. 19 year-old Charlie is glamour modelling. Recent Charlie is using AI to enhance her appearance. The caption reads When Autistic kids get bullied about how they look they may seek validation and be vulnerable to abuse.

🧠 Let's celebrate the diversity of minds! 🧠 This "Neurodiversity Celebration Week", let's recognise and celebrate the strengths of different minds. From Albert Einstein to Greta Thunberg, many successful individuals have lived with neurodiversity unleashing the strengths of dyslexia, autism, and ADHD (among others). By embracing diversity and recognising the unique strengths of different minds, we can unleash untapped talents and work towards a greater understanding of how to best support, develop, and celebrate the diversity of our minds. Join us in celebrating different minds and promoting a more inclusive work culture. Let's work towards a future where everyone's unique strengths are valued and nurtured. Celebrate Neurodiversity and learn more about it at https://lnkd.in/g-YupB3R #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #CelebrateDifferentMinds

Let's talk about eye contact and autistic individuals... In this week's blog post, we share how neurotypical and autistic people perceive it differently, as well as dispel harmful stereotypes, plus give tips for navigating it confidently: https://cstu.io/cfb2e8 (it's clickable in the comments)! Be sure to drop a '👀' if you'd like this post to reach ONE more autistic individual who could use *free and validating* resources like this. As always, your support and thoughts are SO appreciated! #autism101 #neurodiversity #autismawareness #autismhelp

Breaking down myths --- Autistic adults are often seen as having "slow processing speed" in the workplace. Because we take a moment after receiving information - spoken or written. Reality: Masking "fitting in" forces us to react instantly - while in reality, we are thinking (especially those who are AuDHD). and why we are very valuable to the workforce --- Studies factually show that autistic people process up to 42% more information compared to neurotypical people. #thebarriersweface #autismacceptance #autismawareness #autisticcommunity

Let's talk about eye contact and autistic individuals... In this week's blog post, we share how neurotypical and autistic people perceive it differently, as well as dispel harmful stereotypes, plus give tips for navigating it confidently: https://cstu.io/cfb2e8 (it's clickable in the comments)! Be sure to drop a '👀' if you'd like this post to reach ONE more autistic individual who could use *free and validating* resources like this. As always, your support and thoughts are SO appreciated! #autism101 #neurodiversity #autismawareness #autismhelp

In the inspiring words of Steve Silberman, let's embrace neurodiversity, not fear it. Within neurodiversity lies incredible potential for progress and innovation. Many history-makers, from inventors to philosophers, were likely neurodivergent individuals. Recognising this truth can open doors to remarkable advancements in science, technology, and beyond. Steve Silberman beautifully encapsulates this sentiment in his acclaimed book, 'Neurotribes' (2015), which traces the autism rights and neurodiversity movements. Together, let's celebrate and harness the unique talents of every mind! 🌟 #neurodiversity #socialskillsgroup

Today marks the start of the Neurodiversity Celebration Week. In business posts I don’t usually talk much about our personal lives, but being a Mum of a son with Dyslexia this is a very important part of our family. I am always looking for new ways to learn and support my son in every way possible. #neurodiversity #neurodiversitycelebrationweek #dyslexic #dyslexicthinking #dyslexiaawareness #dyscalculia #dyscalculiaawareness

Too often, autistic people are portrayed as unidimensionally gloomy, struggling, or sad. Most AI-generated images of an “autistic person” portray a young, white man, sitting in the dark, looking miserable. Autism stereotypes ignore not just productivity, but the joy that comes with autistic love of nature, animals, writing, inventing – or other types of meaningful work." #EmployDifferentThinking #neurodiversity #TempleGrandin #ChrisPackham Read more on "Embracing Autistic Joy to Build Better Workplaces" in our latest blog post written by Ludmila Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, Âû https://lnkd.in/ezT7AyWh