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Is discussing what it is like to be Autistic with Neurotypical people an exercise in futility?

Edearl

Good Morning Everybody,

I have read all the threads posted recently with great interest, and one of the most consistent themes is the frustration and a lack of understanding of fundamental concepts of what it is like to be Autistic.

For context, I am forty-two and was diagnosed with an ASC a little of over a year ago, after an eight-year battle with so-called “experts”; and I have had a lifetime of Autistic related issues which went undiagnosed – my school reports are great inspirational comedy in hindsight.

Since receiving my diagnosis my experiences have been confusing at best and at times disgraceful and frankly insulting. I would be fascinated to hear people’s opinions, experiences and general feedback.

Thank you all for your time. 

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  • Hey this is a very interesting topic to discuss and hear people's opinions. Also very relevant I think. 

    Personally I am involved in the organisation of a symposium on Neurodiversity (incl. autism) and Employment. We know that there is a real problem with finding employment when declaring a diagnosis, but all the more can it be very difficult to live up to expectations (e.g. socially) that are set for neurotypical individuals. I would be super happy to go into more dept discussing this topic at the next symposium and hear everyone's view on how we can improve this! 

    For more information about the event, last event programme and videos are to be viewed here: acechildrensoccupationaltherapy.com/autism-event-at-kcl

    Updates about the upcoming event (July 2019, date to be confirmed) is to be found here: neurodiversityworkforce.wordpress.com

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  • Hey this is a very interesting topic to discuss and hear people's opinions. Also very relevant I think. 

    Personally I am involved in the organisation of a symposium on Neurodiversity (incl. autism) and Employment. We know that there is a real problem with finding employment when declaring a diagnosis, but all the more can it be very difficult to live up to expectations (e.g. socially) that are set for neurotypical individuals. I would be super happy to go into more dept discussing this topic at the next symposium and hear everyone's view on how we can improve this! 

    For more information about the event, last event programme and videos are to be viewed here: acechildrensoccupationaltherapy.com/autism-event-at-kcl

    Updates about the upcoming event (July 2019, date to be confirmed) is to be found here: neurodiversityworkforce.wordpress.com

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