A Neuro-Affirmative Perspective on Autistic Adults In recent years, a growing movement known as the neuro-affirmative approach has emerged, seeking to understand and appreciate the diverse experiences of autistic individuals. This approach emphasizes celebrating the inherent strengths and unique qualities of autistic adults, fostering a culture that embraces neurodiversity. Central to this philosophy is the recognitionContinue reading “Celebrating Autistic Happiness”
Author Archives: Sam
NL: Ik ben Sam, ervaringswerker autisme / autismeambassadeur Sterkmakers in Autisme, en ben onder andere actief bij de Vlaamse Vereniging Autisme en GRIP vzw.
Ik ben samen met Roos. Daarnaast ben ik gek op schrijven, lezen, observatie, filosoferen, parafraseren, reageren, visualiseren enzo verder.
EN: I am Sam, known as Sam Peeters, known as 'Tistje', and I have been writing about autism in a broad sense since 2008. I am an adult man with autism and above-average intelligence. I have various limitations and disabilities. I live with my partner Roos, who is also intelligent and has autism. I work as an experience worker, for example at the Flemish parent and family association, for GRIPvzw, a civil rights organization advocating for equal rights for people with and without disabilities and have several others collaborations. I have experience in several kinds of support, contexts and both regular and higher education, where I have earned three bachelor's degrees. I have worked in different types of labor and various forms of support, aid, and care. I am also active on social media platforms like Facebook, X/Twitter, Tumblr, and Pinterest under the name 'Tistje'.
Cruel Cruel Autistic Summer: Unveiling the Unspoken Hurdles and Essential Support
Today, let’s dive into a topic that often flies under the radar: autism and the summertime. We’re going to peel back the layers and shed light on the challenges and needs that tend to go unnoticed during these sunny months.
If a caregiver loses sight of the person within the autistic individual … Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis
Some personal reflections, particularly on the recent controverse in the Dutch press about the controversial ABA therapy and broader aspects of autism treatment.
Autism and Identity: The Complex Relationship Explored
How does autism influence our identity? That’s what I try to explore in this blog.
Is self-diagnosis of autism via Tiktok dangerous?
‘Things I experience due to autism’ and ‘How to know if you have autism’. TikTok is full of such videos. What impact does that have? Experts are clear: ‘If someone labels themselves, it can have negative consequences.’ Photo by Solen Feyissa on Unsplash It is becoming increasingly common these days to find videos and podcasts onContinue reading “Is self-diagnosis of autism via Tiktok dangerous?”
Autismus: Zeichen dieser Gesellschaft des 21. Jahrhunderts?
Eine überraschende Sichtweise auf Autismus im 21. Jahrhundert.
My message to all those involved with autistic people … World Autism Day
My message to all those involved with autistic people on this World Autism Day
What are the least understood things about autism?
While there has been significant progress in understanding autism, there are still many aspects of the condition that are not well understood. Here are some examples of the least understood things about autism.
‘How do I make other people happy if I am an autistic adult?’ … autism and happiness
There’s a lot of debate in the autistic community whether we should make other people happy or not, and whether they should first make us happy or not. However, some people are really desperate to make others happy, they mail to me and ask for advice. So I think it’s only fair that I answer that question, of course with the knowledge that every autistic is different and unique.
Celebrate your love in your own way … autism and valentine
14th February is traditionally Valentine’s Day, a day on which love is celebrated. In this blog, I will describe how I see it, experience it, and express it to others.
The European Autist 