The speaker discusses how understanding of autism has evolved, drawing parallels to the historical shift from believing the earth is flat to round. Initially, autism was viewed through a medicinal lens, focusing on deficits and disorders, but the seeker advocates for the neurodiversity paradigms, which sees autism as a natural variation in human neurology. The social model of disability emphasizes that environmental factors, not autism itself, disable individuals. The speaker calls for a paradigm, shift in autism research, focusing on support and service rather than trying to “fix” autistic individuals. Research should be led by autistic people to address their real needs.
Visual Stimming in Autism: Home Management
This video is important because it helps parents, therapists, and caregivers understand and manage visual stimming in children with autism
