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#ableism  #mentalableism #physicalabelism #aspieanswers  

Before we dive into the complex and much-hidden concept of ableism, we all need to first understand the very basics of ableism. I did share with you all the very basics of ableism and what you all need to know based on my first video series of this which you can find here above me in the right-hand corner of the screen.                                                         

But in brief, ableism is defined by Wikipedia as, "discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities.” What does that really mean, though? Before we can get into that, we must first understand that there are 3 main types of Ableism, each regarding a different type of affected ability and each discriminated against differently. The three types kinds of ableism that were shared today were: Physical ableism, mental ableism, and cultural ableism.  

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*ABOUT ME*  Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health.  This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.  So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1   OR   More Mental Health Videos?  Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb

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#ableism #negativeattitudesandbeliefs #stigma #stereotyping   

An “ableist” belief system often underlies negative attitudes, stereotypes, and stigma toward people with psychosocial disabilities. “Ableism” refers to attitudes in society that devalue and limit the potential of persons with disabilities. Ableism is disablism (Brit. English), androphobia, anapirism, and disability discrimination) is discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities or who are perceived to have disabilities. Ableism characterizes persons as defined by their disabilities and as inferior to the non-disabled. On this basis, people are assigned or denied certain perceived abilities, skills, or character orientations.  There are stereotypes, generally inaccurate, associated with either disability in general, or with specific disabilities (for instance a presumption that all disabled people want to be cured, that wheelchair users necessarily have an intellectual disability, or that blind people have some special form of insight). These stereotypes in turn serve as a justification for ableist practices and reinforce discriminatory attitudes and behaviors toward people who are disabled. Labeling affects people when it limits their options for action or changes their identity and self-worth along with their self-esteem.   

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*ABOUT ME*
 Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health.

  💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1   
OR   More Mental Health Videos?  Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb

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#briefhistoryof #ableism #attitudestowardsdisabledpeople  

Today, I talked a little bit about the history of ableism and where it all began. I also shared the three different types of models that are used in the medical field, the medical model, the social model, and the traditional model. I then shared my thoughts about this topic briefly.   


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*ABOUT ME*   Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health.  This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.  So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.  

💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1   OR   More Mental Health Videos?  Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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#ableism #typesofableism #impactsofableism #solutions   

I shared briefly the different types of ableism that we should know about or educate ourselves better on. You may have heard some of these terms for different types of this or not but here to share with you today about them and also the impact that it has on people with different disabilities. The one important one of the ableism types that I shared is benevolent ableism as well as sharing what the problem with this one is and how we can help others with different disabilities.

VIDEOS AND PLAYLIST I SUGGESTED WATCHING TO LEARN MORE:
 (1:54)     Ableism Playlist   https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4cSqy18j-ZGm8RWy3vDQT6
 (6:15)        All about Ableism/What you need to know (Part 2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GleGlfU34&t=3s
(8:48)  Aspie Let's Talk/Why WE SHOULDN'T SUPPORT AUTISM SPEAKS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOdgoXz3pkg  

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*ABOUT ME*  
Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate/navigator of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health.  This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.  So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.   

💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1  

OR   More Mental Health Videos?  Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb =

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#internalisedableism #allaboutinternalisedableism #whatyouneedtoknow  

OBJECTIVES  
* What is internalized ableism?  
*Why and how it happens?  
*What can we all do to stop it or fight against it?   

DISCLAIMER  I'm no medical doctor as I'm your normal Jo Blogs. So, if you see anything out of the ordinary-past or present in yourself or your loved one, seek professional help or seek second opinion as I don't condone self-harm.   

VIDEOS AND PLAYLISTS SUGGESTED BY ME:  (6:22) Aspergers Syndrome & Meltdowns/Sensory Overload/Tantrums & more.. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7dZgDMPm6czbrWLXogBvUK  
(7:37) Stimming Help Central Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ5uHWubHyUYcBAK_5t5Ud7o
(7:51) P2 The BIG Answers to getting rid of Intrusive Thoughts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27XSilMJse0  
(12:28) Normal Request DECLINED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3YQKe3BWKQ  

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*ABOUT ME*   Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health.  This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.  So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.   

💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1   OR   More Mental Health Videos?  Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb

My social medias of where you can find me:  🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/aspie.answers.2022/ 🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers 🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/   

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DISCLAIMER: I'm no medical doctor, I'm just your everyday Jo Blogs sharing my lived experiences, if you see any warning signs/symptoms I've shared in the past and/or present, do seek medical attention or advice.

Hi all,

I believe that we all have a choice and that the choice we make will determine the outcome of that particular choice. I believe that we should be able to be held to account based on our thoughts and actions and that we should lead by example. I believe everyone has a right to choose for whatever reason and/or purpose.

*ABOUT ME* Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health.  This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.  
So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.   

💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1   
OR   More Mental Health Videos?  Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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DISCLAIMER: I'M NO MEDICAL DOCTOR, SO IF YOU SEE ANY SIGNS/SYMPTOMS, PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE OR A SECOND OPINION AS SOME TOPICS I'LL BE SHARING ARE BASED ON MY LIVED EXPERIENCES.

#howto #comingtotermswiththelatediagnosis #autismadult #aspieanswers  

This is the final part of the series based on what I've shared with you all today and thought that as we know that it's really important for us all to get to see a doctor for whatever reason it may be. Once, we get a diagnosis this can be a relief and a weight off our shoulders.   

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 *ABOUT ME*   Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health.  This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.  So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

  💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1   

OR   More Mental Health Videos?  Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb -

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#embracingyourautism #self-love #comingtotermswiththediagnosisofautism #aspieanswers  

DISCLAIMER: I'M NO MEDICAL DOCTOR, SO IF YOU SEE ANY SIGNS/SYMPTOMS, PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE OR A SECOND OPINION - SOME TOPICS I'LL BE SHARING ARE BASED ON MY LIVED EXPERIENCES.

This is part two of the three-part series about the above topic that I am sharing with you all today I'm giving you some sound advice based on this topic and that I hope that you will find this useful.   We should all be able to accept ourselves and others around us that are different. Yes, it can be difficult for anyone living with any condition yet it's what we can do to make ourselves a better person.   Thanks for watching and for your support!  

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VIDEOS/PLAYLISTS MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO  
*What is Autism Spectrum Disorder https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osI44hfF-Ww  
*High vs Low Functioning Autism-What is the Difference?  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSmhWW4gZ1c  
*DSM 5 & the NZ ASD  Manual Playlist Series  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ410885hWwrshBsfIFbqvXC  
*Should there be a cure for Autism? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbjMKpwbUWU  
*AS DENIED- My Diagnosis story  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05GeIQn1gCU  

*ABOUT ME*   Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health.  This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.  So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

  💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1   

OR   More Mental Health Videos?  Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb
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#adhd #aspieanswers #adhddiagnosis #storytime 

DISCLAIMER/TRIGGER WARNING - I'm no medical doctor, if you see any signs and/or symptoms that I've mentioned in the past or present videos, do seek a medical doctor or second opinion. Or, some of the things I'm sharing with you are based on my experiences, and do take them with a grain of salt as well as also what I suggest as a way to help you may work for you but not for me and what may work for me not work for you. I would like us all to respect each other based on our decisions no matter what they are. 

Welcome back, I am now sharing with you all the journey of my diagnosis as now I've been told by the accessor from SPELDADD Palmerston North that they are located in the Grand Hotel, Square Edge, Palmerston North, and the website is https://www.speladd.org.nz/ that it's now leaning towards the diagnosis of ADHD.  This reassessment for my diagnosis was recommended by two people and they were Nick Stoneman  from Disability Advisory Trust in Christchurch NZ you can contact him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NZDisabilityAdvisoryTrust and the other recommendation was from my connect at Manawhaikaha Palmerston North that's under MidCentral Health or Ministry of Health NZ and that their  contact details are https://www.manawhaikaha.co.nz/

What happened during the time of my diagnosis she asked me a few questions as they do to get to the conclusion of what diagnosis it is,

 who diagnosed me, when, what I do for my diagnosis (treatment and/or therapies), and what medications - do I take any? 

I told her my views about medications and then did the three-hour assessment.

After the assessment was completed, she gave me a few recommendations based on my results completed. 

VIDS RECOMMENDATIONS FROM MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL: 

(1:31) AS Denied: AS Diagnosis- My Story https://youtu.be/05GeIQn1gCU

(9:38)  Autism Diagnostic Criteria -DSM-5 Explained. https://youtu.be/Rd4DL-uuw-U 

(9:22) Aspergers Syndrome Is No Longer A Diagnosis https://youtu.be/ShvdW8PALec

(9:52) ALL ABOUT ASPERGERS SYNDROME/WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW [January 2021]  https://youtu.be/-daTAg6ioLE

(12:18) Medication: Side Effects/Ritalin - https://youtu.be/oKJTKNIvZMo

(13:02)Autism and Masking (Overview) [2018]//AspieAnswers https://youtu.be/Y7VkkmHHIrg

(16.38) Coming to Terms with the Late Diagnosis of Autism as an Adult/Getting Support  P1 - https://youtu.be/TuetOnZv__s

(16:40) Coming to Terms  with the Late Diagnosis of Autism as an Adult/Embracing your Diagnosis Part 2- https://youtu.be/I1hnmV9mzkI

(16:42) Coming to Terms  with the Late Diagnosis of Autism as an Adult/Understanding our Diagnosis Part 3 - https://youtu.be/jry1n62d2JY

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, so if you see any signs/symptoms that you or your family/friend or whoever is showing from the past or previous audios/videos, do seek medical attention/advice as I don't condone self-harm.

So, you may have so many questions to self-diagnosing yourself based on the diagnosis that you suspect that you may have. Do you think is it worth it? Is it safe Why do people self-diagnose? Is it valid for getting an autistic diagnosis or even sometimes for mental illnesses?    Many late-identified autistic adults choose not to seek a formal autism diagnosis, but is self-diagnosis of autism valid? It's a common question that many of us need to face in the journey to understand ourselves and what autism means in our life. You will have to watch/listen to my answer to this question. Enjoy.   *ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people,

autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion.

To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to

the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to

learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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DISCLAIMER:  I am no medical doctor, so if you see any signs/symptoms that you or your family/friend or whoever is showing from the past or previous audios/videos, do seek medical attention/advice as I don't condone self-harm.  In this episode today I covered a quick overview of what I shared in the last podcast which was the pros and cons of getting a diagnosis or not. This one covered a backstory of my diagnosis story along with also sharing what self-diagnosis is and what self-diagnosis isn't. Along with this, I shared also with you all my afterthoughts on this along with why people are opposed to self-diagnosis.  *ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people,

autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion.

To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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Getting an adult autism diagnosis is fraught with uncertainty, and once you’ve had your "lightbulb" moment that you think you might be autistic, the first thing you have to figure out is “should I get assessed for autism?”  There are many pros and cons to getting a late autism diagnosis, and while this video is not comprehensive, I talk about the various factors that might help you decide whether or not it’s worth pursuing an autism diagnosis in adulthood.

Disclaimer: I'm no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs so if you see anything out of the ordinary, do seek professional help or a second opinion from a medical specialist. There have been many clinical terms that have been interchanged for so many years so I'll do my utmost best to use the correct terms yet in saying that be sure to ask an autistic to how they want to be called.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

If your older or teenage child is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD),  the autism diagnosis can help you get services and funding to support your child’s development.    I also talked about the importance of diagnosis in teens and how you can do this with your teen for the diagnosis.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. 

Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, 

autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. 

Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. 

To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to 

the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field, or just someone who wants to know more and want to 

learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Whether you're a parent or a high-school teacher, or a carer in the care of a teenager that you feel that they look, act and sound different. Chances are, you're probably right. The chances are, you may have noticed some "abnormalities" in a teenager. Some of it may just seem like social awkwardness, but maybe you've noticed some other odd behaviors in this teen, or it just feels to you like there's something more to this teen than the typical "social awkwardness". In some cases, a person in their teenage years may be autistic, and they weren't diagnosed as a child. Autism can be difficult for a teen to cope with, but it's not nearly as terrible as others make it out to be, and understanding why your teen is the way they are can help them - and you - be happier and be more at peace now that you have a diagnosis for your teen. I am here to give you some tips/advice on how to spot them as early as possible. The earlier the better so that you can get the best treatment, therapy, etc for your teen.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. 

Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, 

autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. 

Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. 

To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to 

the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field, or just someone who wants to know more and want to 

learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me,  may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Autism is a spectrum condition, meaning that there are many different ways your child may manifest, learn,  or show, signs of autism across a wide spectrum of behaviors. The autistic child experiences disordered brain development that is typically demonstrated through difficulties or differences in intellectual ability, social interaction, nonverbal and verbal communication, and stimming (self-stimulation, such as repetitive movements). Although every autistic child is unique, it is essential to recognize the signs and symptoms as early as possible to secure early intervention services to help you and your child live life to the fullest possible. If you find any of the signs recognizable and that you suspect that your child does have autism, now is the time and chance for you to take them to a specialist. The earlier the better for prevention of anything else that may arise later on in their life. Living with autism for many of us is difficult at any stage and age of our lives. As we feel that we are just aliens to others around us.

There were four methods in how to recognise the signs as well as some tips and advice from a friendly Aspie to you all.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me,  may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

As we know that autism is a long-life condition and that it will be with us for life. Autism doesn't have a color. Autism doesn't have a race. Autism doesn't discriminate and that people still partly discriminate against us or exclude us from their everyday activities for whatever their reasons. Autism has always been known for being diagnosed in children and not adults as they miss out. 

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

In this one, I talk about what autism looks like in children and bear in mind that every child we bring into the world is special and unique. They have their hidden talents and traits. 

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and wants to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a   medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Life can be challenging for autistic children at any given age, stage, and time while transitioning especially after being diagnosed with autism.  The most important thing a parent can do is assess their child, have it diagnosed early in the child’s life, and find helpful and respectful treatment for the child. As they say the earlier the better you do this, the easier it is to find the right treatments and methods, etc for a child. The following video, the podcast is an informational guideline for assessing your child. You as a parent, you can begin assessing your child at home as early as one year old, but as your child ages and matures, the characteristics of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be more apparent earlier or later in life. There are two methods to follow and they are method one is observing and assessing your child and method two is looking for the signs of ASD. Method 1 Observing and Assessing Your Child and Method 2: Method 2:  Looking for Signs of ASD.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and wants to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Autism is a spectrum disability, meaning that there are many different ways your child may manifest, or show, signs of autism across a wide spectrum of behaviors. The autistic child experiences disordered brain development that is typically demonstrated through difficulties or differences in intellectual ability, social interaction, nonverbal and verbal communication, and stimming (self-stimulation, such as repetitive movements). Although every autistic child is unique, it is essential to recognize the signs and symptoms as early as possible to secure early intervention services to help you and your child live life to the fullest possible. If you find any of the signs recognizable and that you suspect that your child does have autism, now is the time and chance for you to take them to a specialist. The earlier the better for prevention of anything else that may arise later on in their life. Living with autism for many of us is difficult at any stage and age of our lives. As we feel that we are just aliens to others around us.  I discussed four methods in this and they were as follows:  1: Recognizing Social differences,  2: Watching for any communication difficulties and/or delays, 3: Identifying repetitive behaviors 4: accessing autism across the ages.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and wants to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Autism is an inborn, lifelong disability that affects different people in different ways.  While toddlers can be diagnosed autistic, sometimes the signs aren't obvious right away, or they aren't understood. This means that some autistic people go undiagnosed until their adolescence or adulthood. 

If you've often felt different but never understood why it's possible that you could be on the autistic spectrum.

In this podcast, this will be broken down into four parts to gain a better understanding and hopefully be easier to navigate through to what I am sharing with you all today. The parts are as follows: Part 1 Observing General Characteristics, Part 2: Scouring the internet, part 3: Confronting your misconceptions, and lastly part 4: consulting people you know. Let's begin this now, shall we?

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa.

In this series of the episode of diagnosing vs. self-diagnosing, this one covers at least 8 or 9 reasons why you should get a diagnosis for autism but not just autism as this can be for any form of diagnosis that you're going for. These are only based on my opinions and experiences so please bear with me on this. Sure, getting a diagnosis of any kind can be scary and other mixed emotions yet it will be well worth it in the end.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me,  may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa.

In this part of the episode series, I talk just briefly about my diagnosis of Aspergers of how it happened, when, and what it was really like for me. Some people when getting any diagnosis it can be really scary, nerve-wracking, and more but then it can be for some of our relief so that then we know now that there is something that we can do about it by managing it every day.


*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

In today's Aspie's vlog, I will be discussing the symbol for Autism, or more specifically its history and what people think of it. Is the puzzle piece still a fitting symbol for Autism, or is it perhaps time for a new symbol to step in? Let us know what you think!  What comes to your mind of the word Autism and Autism Awareness as well as Autism Acceptance? There have been many controversies over many years now about what the logo should be for representing Autism. There have been some discussions in the groups I have been on Facebook for quite some time about this as well as if it should be "Autism Awareness" or "Autism Acceptance". For many of us in the groups have agreed that it should be all about  Autism Acceptance. You see that this puzzle piece along with one of the puzzle pieces that are colourful is usually colourful or just and out on its own as a blue piece has been a popular logo that has been used and you would think that everyone is happy with it, right? So, I did a bit of my own research and digging about the Autism puzzle logo/symbol as well as a little bit of history and origin along with other logos that have been used.  Autism Spectrum Diversity Group on Facebook said: "We here at Autism Spectrum Diversity are taking a different approach towards World Autism Awareness Day. We do not approve of the light-it-up blue campaign which was founded by Autism Speaks. The reasons are simple, Autism Speaks believe that autism should be eradicated which installs an idea that we are somehow broken or faulty, this is very damaging to people who are autistic and the autism community. We are not broken, we are human and we all have a heart. We can either light it up blue for Autism Speaks who do not speak for autistic's, or we can Light It Up Gold For Autism Acceptance".    In the end, I believe symbols are important, just as words are. The symbol we choose to represent ourselves should reflect our values. I would like to open up a discussion for you all that are interested to share your thoughts/opinions based on the Autism Puzzle piece or any other logos that can be good for symbolizing Autism Awareness or does it need to be changed? If you think that it should be changed what symbol logo should we use to represent our community? 

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

A few days ago on April 2nd was World Autism Awareness Day, but should we really be focusing on autism awareness in 2019,  or is it time for acceptance? Do I 'Light It Up Blue?' What do I wish for this special month? What is more important to me?  Today I talk about some of the complicated feelings that I have each year on April 2nd as an Aspie.  I think that April can be an important month for Autism. But I also think that we need to approach it carefully. Please bear in mind to what I share in this video are based on my own thoughts, opinions and experiences and that I hope that we can respect each other's opinions and much more here as I've always shared before that I am willing to accept everyone's differences of who and what they are etc.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa.

So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

April 2 was World Autism Awareness Day. There will be plenty of people that will be relatively new to being “autism parents,” or “autism advocates” and so on. I am all for awareness, acceptance, and generally increasing education for those who don’t know enough, or are starting out to wanting to know more about Autism in general and so much more. As you are aware I’ve been a voice/advocate on my channel for four years and only been blogging for almost two years.  I talked briefly to when it all began for Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month.  World Autism Awareness Day was brought into being in December 2007 by a United Nations General Assembly resolution, under the more general auspices of improving human rights around the world. The resolution was met with acceptance from all member states, and first celebrated on April 2, 2008. For 2018, the U.N.’s program for the day includes a special focus on women and girls with autism; recent analyses estimate that 3.25 boys are diagnosed for everyone one girl (down from 4:1), but when looking for autism in girls (who often presently drastically differently than boys), that ratio can drop even more.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Over the last year or so, a few Autistic members have been ghosting their way around the online autistic community with good intentions. Not to be all stalker-y here, honest, but they wanted to find a constant thread that the authentic, Actually Autistic voice spoke. This is not only intended to be just for the month of April. The idea is to have a common thread that runs through all groups, advocates, and supporters that was easily recognized, different, and came from the autistic community, not from those who think they speak for us. The Gold Infinity is for use on ANY work, event, campaign, fundraising, whatever! It is meant as a symbol of authenticity, declaring support for acceptance all year round and stating this message came from an authentic autistic voice.  I also spoke briefly about what this symbol represents and how it came about for the Autistic community.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and wants to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

This month of April as like every year is Autism Awareness and Acceptance month for many of us autistics. There is some conversation going on to what we should have this month to be called. I believe that there is already an awareness of people who has autism and that others are aware of this. I feel that there needs to be more accepting of others with autism. This month should be focused on more acceptance and or accepting of others that are different and basically, it should be every month not just April like any other holidays and/or celebrations that we celebrate together. The negative focus of autism awareness campaigns can take a toll on autistic people's mental health.  Not everyone recognizes the difference between a positive and negative campaign about autism. When you see someone supporting a harmful campaign, you may not be sure how to reach them. While not everyone is open to being convinced, many people are willing to listen if you approach them in the right way and with kindness. So, I am going to be real short and brief about this with a few steps to guide, assist you all this month. 

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

It's time to talk about a topic where the wording is very crucial. I debate that has been going on for many years now and makes us rethink some of the things we say to celebrate Autism in April. As we know that these two terms have been used many times and interchanging. What is the difference between Autism Awareness Month and Autism Acceptance Month?

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

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A quick post about Autism Awareness month is something to think about. Parents need to be aware that Light it up Blue was created by Autism Speaks, an organization many Autistic people have issues with. Therefore, a lot of Autistic people do not support Light it up Blue for Autism Awareness month. This is also why on social media you'll see Light it up Gold, Light it up Red, and a range of other "Light it up" colors. These are all alternatives to Light it up Blue created by actual Autistic people.

I talked a bit briefly about the history of Autism speaks and its mission or visions for the next ten years that they hope to achieve. A second issue about Autism awareness month, for many Autistic people, is exactly how and what is positive awareness of Autism from our perspective. 

It's a sad thing that many actual Autistic people want to run and hide during Autism Awareness month. Or feel saddened, frustrated, or even angry. 

Why this reaction from us? Because all too often Autism Awareness means awareness of negative aspects of Autism. Awareness of how challenging Autistic people are to raise. Awareness of the perspective of NT people who have us in their lives. All too often for us, the ideas promoted about Autistic people in Autism Awareness month do not feel like ideas of positive acceptance of Autism.

If you're going to support Autism Awareness month, please think about what we as Autistic people might want the world to know about us.

 Please promote our strengths, promote all that is positive with our difference, and why we add value to society. Be aware that Autism Awareness month has a historic background of creating further public awareness of how difficult life is for those who raise or support us. Please be aware that Autism acceptance month can be emotionally conflicting for Autistic people. You see, you can be aware of something and not accept or embrace it. Awareness means you know something exists but you can still choose to ignore it, remain ignorant regarding it, outright reject it, and have a negative attitude towards it. Acceptance, however, is about embracing it, it is about understanding, inclusion, empowerment, and non-discriminatory attitudes being upheld.

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me,  may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

So the tests are over, after many months or even years waiting for the news or waiting for the diagnosis if you have autism all the while you are with the doctor or therapist sits down with you, and you get the news: it's autism. Finally! You can relax and breathe easier now. Now, you know you have now the question is how do you handle the diagnosis? This video or podcast is going to give you some coping tips for both autistic people and their loved ones. This is also a continuation of the series of getting a diagnosis of the how-to in the diagnosing and self-diagnosing series.  Yet, there are at least in here four methods in how to cope with an autism diagnosis and they are as follows: Method 1 is understanding autism, method 2: adjusting your attitude, method 3: reaching out and lastly method 4: handling a family member's diagnosis.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me,  may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

So you've researched autism through and through articles, books, the internet, and more, while all the more you have discussed it with your family and friends,  and set up an appointment with a specialist. Are you sure that you've got the right information based on the signs that you think you may have autism? How long have you suspected if you or someone you know and care about has autism? The last question you may be thinking and asking yourself is now what do I do?  This video guide of what I am presenting to you today will help you prepare so that you can present an accurate and clear picture of where you are on the spectrum.  There are two methods and that they are as follows:  Method 1: Before the diagnosis and method two is during and after the diagnosis. Happy listening guys!

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and wants to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that begins prenatally. While many autistic people don't show clear traits in early childhood, signs usually begin showing up in the first few months to years of life.  If you suspect your child may be autistic, there are a few signs you can look for in early childhood that might point to a diagnosis. Yet, some of the signs and symptoms will vary from person to person with the diagnosis. There are two methods in this step-by-step audio comprehension guide and they are as follows: Method 1: Accessing Your Child at Home and Method 2 is Talking to your pediatrician along with some tips and warnings from an Aspie.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

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DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Autism is a "spectrum" disorder, meaning that a person with autism can be mildly, moderately, or severely autistic.  What's more, while everyone with autism has certain core symptoms, many people also have additional intellectual or language impairments.  Since everyone with autism receives the same diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the creators of the official Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5) identified three levels of the disorder, with each one requiring a different level of support. This helps clinicians provide a more specific diagnosis and also helps those involved in the care of people with autism have a clearer understanding of a person's limitations. The three levels reflect individuals' ability to communicate, adapt to new situations, expand beyond restricted interests, and manage daily life.  People at Level 1 need relatively little support, while people at Level 3 need a great deal of support. I shared more into this in the video. I talked briefly about How the Diagnosis of Autism Changed in DSM-5 and what it entails for the three different levels of autism of support and help that the autistic will need.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and wants to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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Happy listening guys!

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

The NZ Autism Spectrum Disorder Guideline provides evidence-based information for people on the autism spectrum, their family and whanau, as well as health, disability, and education professionals and social service agencies.  It includes information about good practice that is evidence-based and aims to improve the health, educational and social outcomes for people with ASD. As part of the implementation of the Guideline, the Ministries of Health and Education established a living guideline process to regularly update the Guideline to reflect new evidence and changing user needs. Since the living guideline process was established in 2009, Supplementary Papers have been published annually. These provide updates in areas of applied behavior analysis, pharmacological interventions, supported employment, changes in diagnostic criteria in the DSM-5, gastrointestinal issues, social skills groups, and cognitive behavior therapy. For health professionals: Early identification of children with ASD is essential – it enables early intervention and is likely to lead to better function in later life. There is no cure for ASD. Parents’ concerns about their child’s development must be taken seriously. Pathways for people with ASD to access assessment need to be clearly identified. (The Guideline describes some of these pathways.) Multidisciplinary assessments through specialist ASD services are the best way to improve diagnosis. Robust information on effective assessment and diagnosis processes for different age groups is needed. Health professionals assessing people with ASD need to be aware of effective assessment tools and the role of cognitive assessment. For the education sector: A single approach or solution is unlikely to ever meet the needs of all learners with ASD. Educators need to choose approaches that fit the individual and their settings, and need to be skilled in providing a range of interventions Strategies need to be implemented right across home, early childhood education, school, and community settings if we are to achieve successful outcomes for children and young people with ASD. Most overseas educational intervention programs are based on three broad approaches: discrete trial training (DTT) contemporary behavioral and developmental research findings developmental (social pragmatic) approaches. Some programs include elements of all three. No one approach has been shown to be more effective than another. Current special education practice in NZ emphasizes participation and development, rather than ‘fixing’ the child. Teaching children with ASD in isolated settings away from other children is not the best practice. Children and young people must be supported to use what they learn in more than one setting. The best way to achieve this is for parents, teachers, and peers to work collaboratively.

To read more you can find out here: https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/new-zealand-autism-spectrum-disorder-guideline

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

If you have ever read the Diagnostic Manual for various brain-related things including Autism, Aspergers Syndrome, PDD NOS, and many others underneath the Autism Spectrum Disorders, the DSM 5, – which I wouldn’t really recommend unless you need to. It’s not exactly light reading and for the faint-hearted as a lot of research is done for educators, medical professionals, and many others. Anyway one of the criteria for a diagnosis of Autism is in the statement to what I am about to share here right now. There are cuter qualifying statements that are related to it and this statement that has been stated is this:  *Persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts…  I talk about the diagnostics based around a statement along with what it entails with me as an Aspie for one to how it works and the importance on this along with many more thoughts to this.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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https://www.spreadshirt.com/life-of-aspie.com

MORE OF MY MERCH DESIGNS ARE COMING SOON.

If you are a vivid reader you can come and visit my WordPress site here

https://lifeofanaspieweb.wordpress.com/

Or Alternatively, if you also love to read books I wrote a book based on my lived experiences where you can find here

https://www.amazon.com/Life-Aspie-Everyday-Aspergers-Syndrome-ebook/dp/B01D6NM4HO

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

This paper was written with the support of the New Zealand Autism Spectrum Disorder Living Guideline Group on 25 March 2014 with the help of the Ministry of Health.  During the release of the report as well as the DSM-5, there have been so many changes to be made as well as also this is an in-depth paper. To find out more about this, you can read it here: https://www.health.govt.nz/system/files/documents/publications/nzasd-supplementary-paper-on-applied-behaviour-analysis-mar16.pdf

This report is dedicated to the memory of our colleague and friend, the late Joanna Curzon, who was instrumental in the development of the New Zealand Autism Spectrum Disorder Guideline and in establishing and supporting the living guideline process.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

BUY MY MERCH BY VISITING HERE:

https://www.spreadshirt.com/life-of-aspie.com

MORE OF MY MERCH DESIGNS ARE COMING SOON.

If you are a vivid reader you can come and visit my WordPress site here

https://lifeofanaspieweb.wordpress.com/

Or Alternatively, if you also love to read books I wrote a book based on my lived experiences where you can find here

https://www.amazon.com/Life-Aspie-Everyday-Aspergers-Syndrome-ebook/dp/B01D6NM4HO

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

This is a quick short audio clip for you to all know what to expect of what I will be covering for this episode and that with some of these there's going to be some newer topics and some the same yet again and I will hope to add this to my channel later to date.

Happy Listening guys!

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

BUY MY MERCH BY VISITING HERE:This

https://www.spreadshirt.com/life-of-aspie.com

MORE OF MY MERCH DESIGNS ARE COMING SOON.

If you are a vivid reader you can come and visit my WordPress site here

https://lifeofanaspieweb.wordpress.com/

Or Alternatively, if you also love to read books I wrote a book based on my lived experiences where you can find here

https://www.amazon.com/Life-Aspie-Everyday-Aspergers-Syndrome-ebook/dp/B01D6NM4HO

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

This is a continuation of the topic about the misconceptions about Autism and Autism Spectrum disorders. 

This will be covering at least 10 myths that are common and has been said about Autism and people with AS. This will also share my views on this as well.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

BUY MY MERCH BY VISITING HERE:

https://www.spreadshirt.com/life-of-aspie.com

MORE OF MY MERCH DESIGNS ARE COMING SOON.

If you are a vivid reader you can come and visit my WordPress site here

https://lifeofanaspieweb.wordpress.com/

Or Alternatively, if you also love to read books I wrote a book based on my lived experiences where you can find here

https://www.amazon.com/Life-Aspie-Everyday-Aspergers-Syndrome-ebook/dp/B01D6NM4HO

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. 

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

I thought today I shall share with you all about some misconceptions that I hear from others about Autism. I wanted to address this so I can abolish the myths/misconceptions about Autism and to set the record straight once and for all. There are at least 12 misconceptions about autism yet I shared my thoughts on them all.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. 

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE)  to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and wants to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

BUY MY MERCH BY VISITING HERE:

https://www.spreadshirt.com/life-of-aspie.com

MORE OF MY MERCH DESIGNS ARE COMING SOON.

If you are a vivid reader you can come and visit my WordPress site here

https://lifeofanaspieweb.wordpress.com/

Or alternatively, if you also love to read books I wrote a book based on my lived experiences where you can find here

https://www.amazon.com/Life-Aspie-Everyday-Aspergers-Syndrome-ebook/dp/B01D6NM4HO

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a  medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me,  may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

As we know that words and language are powerful tools by which an individual can express ideas, thoughts, and more whether it is abstract, actionable, or concrete. I myself as an individual know firsthand and understand full darn well that language and the meanings towards words can very much impact someone no matter who and what they are as a person. We as individuals I believe do tend to attach to some of the words very much for impact and influence and even more so developing and changing the attitudes that we have towards the subjects and or matters of discussion. That's why many people I have spoken to or heard from are easily insulted or upset by the everyday word choices that we have.   I am here today to try and explain to you all right now about this topic as this is really controversial for many of us that are autistic. Before, I begin this is just based on what I've experienced and known all my time after talking to some people in the autistic community about how they may feel.  It has been known for quite some time now for many of us autistics that we meet some people that have some misunderstanding and misconceptions about autistics no matter what it is. So what can we do moving forward? Or, more importantly, what should we do? To those of you who use “person with autism,” I will always respect your constitutional right to express yourself however you like, but I urge you to reconsider the consequences of using such language. To those of you who use “Autistic person,” I urge you to consistently use such phrasing everywhere possible, whenever discussing autism and issues that affect  Autistic people and to develop coherent, rational explanations for why you prefer this terminology so that you can engage in such mutually respectful and civil exchanges with others. That, actually, goes for everyone. If we ever want to accomplish anything as a community, as a movement, or as advocates,  we cannot allow ourselves to be constantly divided by infighting and vicious bullying — and yes, that occurs from all sides of these debates,  not just one. It is imperative that we learn to engage critically and respectfully with one another and to value each individual’s voice and feelings as equally important. Otherwise, we’ll become even more dysfunctional than my subcommittee has been in recent months.

*ABOUT ME*  
Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.  I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.