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Autism is a core component of the neurodiversity framework, which advocates for the depathologisation of autistic traits [1], [2] and emphasizes the cognitive strengths associated with autism [3], [4]. Furthermore, numerous educational and clinical interventions are specifically designed to promote an understanding of both autism and neurodiversity among caregivers and professionals [5], [6], [7], [8].
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Autistic Self-Advocacy and the Neurodiversity Movement - Frontiers frontiersin.org 12 facts
claimNeurodiversity emphasizes the collective strength inherent in cognitive diversity, a strength that arises from all kinds of differences, including those associated with autism, intellectual disability, or language impairment, as noted by Chapman (2020) and Kapp (2020).
referenceThe Learning about Neurodiversity at School project is an intervention designed to promote an understanding of autism and neurodiversity among education professionals and peers.
claimThe Learning about Neurodiversity at School project is an intervention designed to promote an understanding of autism and neurodiversity among education professionals and peers.
claimInterventions such as the EMPOWER-ASD intervention, the Systemic Autism-related Family Enabling intervention (McKenzie et al., 2019), and the SOLACE programme (Lodder et al., 2020) promote an understanding of autism and neurodiversity among caregivers.
perspectiveThe neurodiversity perspective mandates that specific characteristics of autism be depathologised, unless those characteristics cause harm or discomfort to the individual or a violation of the rights of others.
referenceInterventions such as the EMPOWER-ASD intervention, the Systemic Autism-related Family Enabling intervention (McKenzie et al., 2019), and the SOLACE programme (Lodder et al., 2020) promote an understanding of autism and neurodiversity in caregivers.
perspectiveA balanced view of neurodiversity mandates that specific characteristics of autism be depathologised, unless those characteristics cause harm or discomfort to the individual or a violation of others' rights.
claimKapp (2020) identifies improving communication as an autism intervention target variable that is consistent with a balanced view of neurodiversity.
claimNeurodiversity emphasizes the collective strength inherent in cognitive diversity, which arises from all kinds of differences, including those associated with autism, intellectual disability, or language impairment.
perspectiveNeurodiversity-informed intervention opposes any attempt to 'cure' or 'normalize' autistic children.
perspectiveNeurodiversity-informed interventions aim to improve the 'goodness of fit' between an autistic child and their physical or socio-emotional environment by addressing extrinsic factors that contribute to disadvantage and negative experiences, according to Lai and Szatmari (2019).
perspectiveSome autistic people, parents, and other stakeholders oppose neurodiversity as a concept or social movement, arguing that it presents a sanitized view of autism, excludes those with significant language or intellectual disability, and deflects resources from those most in need of support.
Neurodiversity in Practice: a Conceptual Model of Autistic Strengths ... link.springer.com 1 fact
referenceNocon, Roestorf, and Menéndez (2022) investigated character strengths in autistic adults in the United Kingdom within a community setting, finding positive psychology applications in neurodiversity.