As an autistic adult I embrace the rich, complex nature of autism beyond medical and identity models and advocate for an inclusive neuroharmonic society. Photo by Sam Jotham Sutharson on Unsplash As someone living with autism and deeply involved in its discourse through both personal experience and academic scholarship, I challenge the conventional narrative that framesContinue reading “Embracing neurodiversity as an autistic adult beyond medical and identity politics”
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Inside the Autside: a misfit manifesto … a book review
A book review of the book “Inside the Autide: A Misfit Manifesto” by Martine Mussies, an insightful journey through her life as a bisexual, autistic woman in the Netherlands. Through personal stories, poetry and scientific insights, Martine emphasizes the unique experience of life with autism and argues for inclusiveness and appreciation of neurodiversity. The book challenges stereotypes and offers a deeper understanding of autism.
Identity Dilemmas in Sharing Personal Autism Experiences
Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash In this text I’d like explore the complex considerations of Louis, a highly educated individual with autism, who seeks to share his experiences and perspectives on autism with others. Louis has ambitious plans to disseminate his story through various media channels, including a blog, podcast, vlog, and ultimately a bookContinue reading “Identity Dilemmas in Sharing Personal Autism Experiences”
On ‘we need to change society not autistic people’ … autism and stigma
In this article I write on the question if the primary onus should be a societial change of attitudes and behaviours, rather than on autistic people to cope with stigma:
The European Autist 