World Autism Acceptance Week
World Autism Acceptance Week is 2nd -8th April .
What's it all about?
World Autism Acceptance Week is a week when we spread awareness of the acceptance we have that people with neurodiversity can present in a range of different ways just like those that are neurotypical. Read more about this week by clicking the image above.
It is important to hear from young people about what it is like to be autistic, and become more aware of how you can support autistic people!
Try this
Many autistic people can be sensitive to sensory stimuli.
Try being mindful of the following:
- Bright lights
- Excessive noise
- Smells
- Crowds
- Overly hot or cold environments
Think on this
In studies of cisgender people, autism is 4 x more prevalent in boys than girls. It has been suggested that this could be due to autism presenting differently in girls and not being recognised by the diagnostic criteria.
Take into account
Social media can often make it easy to self-diagnose, and many traits of autism can be seen as relatable. if you feel you may be autistic, we recommend that you speak to a trusted adult.
About autism
Autism affects the way a person communicates and how they experience the world around them. It is considered a spectrum condition.
The autism spectrum isn't linear from high to low but varies, just as one person might vary from another. Read more by clicking the picture.
Did you know?
Climate activist Greta Thunberg is autistic.
Greta has spoken about her diagnosis saying it makes her “different” but that she considers it a “superpower”.
Autism is often described using information about deficits and experienced difficulties.
It is important that we also look at all the things that autistic people CAN do and ensure there is a focus on the many strengths!
Strengths of
being autistic
Have a go ..
Autism Spectrum Gaming was created by a group of autistic advocates who wanted to make a friendly and accepting community for autistic people (aged 13 and above) who share the passion for gaming. Their main focus is for gamers with autism to have some fun, make some friends and show off what they can do!
Spectrum Gaming’s Teen Discord can be accessed here: https://www.spectrumgaming.net/using-teen-discord
All autistic people have a special skill
Autistic people have less empathy.
Autistic people have daily breakdowns.
Autism is a childhood condition.
Autistic people are more violent than others.
Only boys are autistic.
Autism myths
Resources
Trafford SENDIASS can be contacted for support, advice and advocacy for SEND young people
Autism Understood is a website about autism, for autistic young people. Click the picture for more info
Listen to I AM’s curated ‘Autism’ playlist
For more support
Click on the images to bring you to the webpages for more information.
