In this Autism Infocast, you'll learn how many autistic people experience the world through a uniquely tuned sensory lens, making everyday sensations powerfully intense or even overwhelming. We cover what it means to be over-sensitive or under-sensitive across all senses, exploring how these neurological differences profoundly shape daily life and can lead to sensory overload. You'll gain practical strategies to build a personal sensory toolkit and help you manage these experiences. We also g...
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In this Autism Infocast, you'll learn how many autistic people experience the world through a uniquely tuned sensory lens, making everyday sensations powerfully intense or even overwhelming. We cover what it means to be over-sensitive or under-sensitive across all senses, exploring how these neurological differences profoundly shape daily life and can lead to sensory overload. You'll gain practical strategies to build a personal sensory toolkit and help you manage these experiences. We also g...
Busting the myths and stereotypes about Autism - How to avoid unconscious bias about autistic people
The Autism Infocast
14 minutes
1 month ago
Busting the myths and stereotypes about Autism - How to avoid unconscious bias about autistic people
In this Autism Infocast, you'll learn to challenge common preconceptions about autism. We cover crucial facts, replacing myths about savant abilities, empathy, and causes like vaccines or parenting. You'll gain insight into why autism is a diverse spectrum condition, not a mental illness, and discover how it means a person's brain functions differently. We'll help you understand the real challenges autistic people navigate, from social communication to sensory differences and the need for rou...
The Autism Infocast
In this Autism Infocast, you'll learn how many autistic people experience the world through a uniquely tuned sensory lens, making everyday sensations powerfully intense or even overwhelming. We cover what it means to be over-sensitive or under-sensitive across all senses, exploring how these neurological differences profoundly shape daily life and can lead to sensory overload. You'll gain practical strategies to build a personal sensory toolkit and help you manage these experiences. We also g...