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Hate have say this but

NOT TOUCH OTHER PEOPLE DISABILITY THING PLEASE

Should not even have be please, should be good and know but somehow not.

Person in Aiden class before today *grab* Aiden laptop with AAC and Aiden had *physical* grab back because person start press random button on Aiden AAC.

Then! Person get *mad* because Aiden not want person play with Aiden *voice* like *toy*

This not good, and wish person know more good but guess Aiden have say too.

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What NOT to say to autistic people

You can’t be autistic, there’s nothing wrong with you.

It’s hard for everyone.

Get over it, it’s not that bad!

It’s not that loud/bright!

You just want attention.

It’s not autism, just an excuse.

Just try, it’s so easy!

Why can’t you just relax?

You just need to grow up.

Why can’t you act like your age?

But your don’t look autistic.

You’re fine, you don’t need labels.

Everyone is a little bit autistic.

Lil Penguin Studios/Autism Happy Place

Autism

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It is not inappropriate for AAC users to have acsess to swear words.

My peers started swearing at around age 10, and if that is what language the speaking people of that age are using, nonspeaking people have the same right.

Not giving us acsess to the same type of language as our peers feels alienating, it doesn't let us communicate with the same language and terms our peers and friends do. We are not babies. We are not stupid. We are the same as our speaking peers. Just because you can sometimes control what language we use, doesnt mean you should.

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Guide for Autistic Meltdowns

Spot the signs:

Bolting/running

Throwing items

Lashing out

Losing control

Crying/yelling

Self injury

Loss of spoken communication

Freezing or shutting down

Contributing Factors:

Masking traits

Intense stress

Sudden/lots of changes

Change in routine

Cognitive overload

Sensory overload

Emotional distress

Lots of demands

Tools & Tips:

Don’t get angry

Reduce sensory input

Identify triggers & early warning signs

Make a meltdown plan

Allow space to express the emotions

Reduce demands

Have an exit strategy

Hold compassion

Sensory space/tools

Unfortunately the original post seems to be deleted. But I’ll include it here anyway.

I just wanted to share this because I think it’ll help many people.

Autism

Meltdowns

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This is a PSA

Walmart apparel associate here.

Because Autism Acceptance Month is approaching, Walmart is apparently trying to look sensitive by selling autism t shirts.

Only problem?

The shirts are from AUTISM SPEAKS.

Please for the love of God, if you see these anywhere, do not buy them, or if you're feeling really bold, put them somewhere they won't be seen.

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*neurotypical voice* why are you bringing your backpack

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cooking while chronically ill

baking with arthritis or other chronic hand pain

living with chronic migraines

adhd meal plan

chronic pain tips

getting yourself to eat

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hey if it helps anyone who’s struggling with self doubt over undiagnosed disorders, I still get those feelings about disorders I have been diagnosed with. for six years

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You know that feeling when someone casually brings up one of your special interests and you're trying to act super normal about it but really you're about to vibrate out of your fucking skin

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pls share and donate if you can! me and maxxie really appreciate it 🙏🏻💕

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It's one of them noise canceling headphones on all the time days.

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Hi everyone,

I thought I would share which groups that you can support. This a chart showing which groups are good and bad for people on the spectrum. I hope this helps a lot of you. :)

Autism Advocacy Groups

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Nobody should have to experience googling their disorder for help and support and exclusively find articles about how neurotypical people can “deal with them”

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i’m having trouble making an eloquent post about this but it’s honestly so important that autistic people align ourselves with and advocate for the rights of people with down’s syndrome!!

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We are a small stim toy business run by autistics! Many places that sell stim toys are focused on the needs and experiences of parents of young autistic children.  Here at FlappyHappy, autistic needs and voices are centred over caregivers.

We offer free worldwide shipping on orders of $70 CAD or more!

As a small business, it means the absolute world to us if you help us get the word out by sharing this, or even tagging us on or other social media.

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