In this episode of Everyday ABA, your favorite hosts Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny explore the shift from Autism Awareness Month to Autism Acceptance Month, highlighting why inclusion and understanding matter more than ever. They dive into the concept of neurodiversity and the impact of language in advocacy, discussing the ongoing debate between identity-first and person-first language. The hosts debunk common autism myths, including misconceptions about anti-social behavior, empathy, and parenting. They emphasize the importance of understanding invisible disabilities and challenge outdated theories that contribute to stigma. The conversation also covers parental concerns, the truth about vaccines and autism, and the role of research in promoting acceptance. Listeners will gain valuable insights into supporting self-advocacy within the autism community. Tune in to learn how to move beyond stereotypes and embrace a more nuanced understanding of autism.
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Autism Society of America. (2021). Why Autism Acceptance Month? https://autismsociety.org
Donvan, J., & Zucker, C. (2016). In a different key: The story of autism. Crown Publishers.
Jones, R. A., & Mandell, D. S. (2022). Autism Acceptance Month—History and impact. Neurology Advisor. https://www.neurologyadvisor.com
Kapp, S. K., Gillespie-Lynch, K., Sherman, L. E., & Hutman, T. (2013). Deficit, difference, or both? Autism and neurodiversity. Developmental Psychology, 49(1), 59–71. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0028353
McIntyre, L. L., & Zemantic, P. K. (2020). Parent training interventions for young children with autism spectrum disorder. BMC Psychiatry, 20(1), 1–12. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-020-02973-7
Neely, L., Rispoli, M., Gerow, S., & Hong, E. (2016). Community support and involvement for individuals with autism spectrum disorder: A review of the literature. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 46(8), 2510–2523. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-016-2835-2
Sandbank, M., Bottema-Beutel, K., Crowley, S., Cassidy, M., Dunham, K., Feldman, J. I., & Woynaroski, T. G. (2020). Project AIM: Autism intervention meta-analysis for studies of young children. Psychological Bulletin, 146(1), 1–29. https://doi.org/10.1037/bul0000215
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