Tag: Autism
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communication, skills and autism
I was watching a break from play in the World Championship Snooker when something set me off thinking about communication, passion and autism. A child came into the practice room, with her father and Hazel Irvine. Whilst she was running around the snooker table, setting up shots and playing them, totally engrossed in her own…
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autism – moving around
Autistic tip of the day If an autistic person wants to move – let them. Sunday at an event I forgot to take a sensory/ fidget toy. I couldn’t stand still, had to move, with energy to burn. I was not judged on it, people there knew I was autistic. #autism #autistic #autisme #autismawareness ##disability…
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Autism/Neurodiversity awareness
I’ve just done a talk on autism at my companies monthly meeting. It went well I think and people seemed to have found it helpful. I’m feeling a bit tired now with the build up and preparation. I’m not sure if that is normal. I’m glad I did it though. 😌 #autismacceptanceweek2023 #autismawarenessmonth2023 #autism #autistic…
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Alan Turing celebrated
Today the achievements of Alan Turing were celebrated with a train being named after him. He has been called the father of modern computing and artificial intelligence. He could see different, new ways of doing things. Why? Because he was autistic, neurodivergent, with a different way of thinking. Autistic and neurodivergent people continue to contribute…
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Welcome Difference
Last night Sheldon Riley performed ‘Not the same’ at the Eurovision Song contest. Wearing a mask, but for different reasons to other performers. He is autistic and gay. The song tells his story of trying to conform to the expected norms. With lower expectations. Yet there he was, as himself, removing his mask at the…
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International Asperger’s Day
Today is International Asperger’s Day Asperger’s is part of the Autism Spectrum Condition, part of the Neurodiverse Conditions. People with Asperger’s have great skills, a different way of thinking, and have contributed greatly to the modern world. It, and autism, should be celebrated and accepted. #autismawareness #autism #mentalhealth #aspergers #nationalaspergers #aspergerssyndrome #aspergersawareness #aspergerslife #ASD #asdawareness…
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Autistic ways – fidgeting, emotional regulation
I’ve just watched a video talking about the similarities between autism and ADHD, which was very interesting. There are similarities. What was more interesting though, was that I noticed early on the speaker had a ball which he periodically bounced, held, fidgeted with. To many people this might seen strange, a disruption. Ask how was…
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Autistic Pride Day
Autistic Pride Day is 18 June. Tomorrow. Autism brings so many skills and insights into the world. Made the modern world possible, and enabled us to survive many situations and thrive. Just think Alan Turing, Nikola Tesla, Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerburg. Not to mention those in entertainment, art, sport. Everywhere. Yet it can…
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Demystifying the Positives of Autistic Communication – but misunderstood, under utilised
Some more positive traits which are useful, this time in communication, either written or verbal. Some of these come from my experience, and understanding after my diagnosis. Please continue to remember that each person with autism is different. The issues below may overlap in some ways, but I feel it clarifies some of our strengths. …
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Autism Awareness Week continued – Autistics on TV – passionate on our subjects – being us
We are also to be seen on TV. I’ve said about directors, and writers and film related subjects. We are also in front of the camera on TV, being us, speaking on our passions, spreading them. Some are open about having autism, with no shame of it. In fact it can help them. Just think…
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