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The Autism Show, the national event for autism, in partnership with the National Autistic Society?

Shadweller

I see that the above events will be coming to 3 big cities in the UK soon.

I'm kind of half thinking about going. It might be a good opportunity to meet people and to find things out. On the other hand, this kind of event freaks me out, with the whole 'social networking' thing and busy, crowded, hectic places really stress me out and make me anxious.

So the whole thing is kind of appealing and off-putting at the same time, and leaves me pretty conflicted just thinking about it!

Has anybody been and what did you think if so? Is anyone planning on going to any of the events this year?

Parents

  • Hello I have not attended the show but I do know there are many talks by autistic speakers. This is really encouraging.

    However it does seem that the show is marketed towards parents of autistic children as opposed to the autistic community.

    Shadweller said:
    On the other hand, this kind of event freaks me out, with the whole 'social networking' thing and busy, crowded, hectic places really stress me out and make me anxious

    Yes I completed understand what you mean, this kind of event doesn’t particularly seem autistic friendly. However, there is a quiet room and sensory room at each venue. Also all attendees to talks wear headphones so they can listen to the speaker, reducing sound levels.

    This video might be useful:

    https://london.autismshow.co.uk/visual-tour/

    Shadweller said:

    I'm kind of half thinking about going. It might be a good opportunity to meet people and to find things out.

    Take time to make your decision. I agree it’s a good opportunity, it could be a really useful and positive experience. Everything you want to have access to all in one place.

    https://london.autismshow.co.uk/whats/

    I hope this information helps you make a decision.

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  • Hello I have not attended the show but I do know there are many talks by autistic speakers. This is really encouraging.

    However it does seem that the show is marketed towards parents of autistic children as opposed to the autistic community.

    Shadweller said:
    On the other hand, this kind of event freaks me out, with the whole 'social networking' thing and busy, crowded, hectic places really stress me out and make me anxious

    Yes I completed understand what you mean, this kind of event doesn’t particularly seem autistic friendly. However, there is a quiet room and sensory room at each venue. Also all attendees to talks wear headphones so they can listen to the speaker, reducing sound levels.

    This video might be useful:

    https://london.autismshow.co.uk/visual-tour/

    Shadweller said:

    I'm kind of half thinking about going. It might be a good opportunity to meet people and to find things out.

    Take time to make your decision. I agree it’s a good opportunity, it could be a really useful and positive experience. Everything you want to have access to all in one place.

    https://london.autismshow.co.uk/whats/

    I hope this information helps you make a decision.

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