> [!infobox] <s class="aside-in"><em>mentioned in 2 topics, 4 evergreens, 20 sources</em></s> #### <s class="topic-title">[[Autism]]</s> In:: [[neurodiversity]], autism is part of a spectrum of behavior, or the [[autism spectrum]]. While currently defined as a [[mental illness]] in the [[DSM]]-V, understanding of autism is currently growing, and many people advocate against support for finding a "cure" for autism, and instead support educating and changing [[society]] to better support autistic people. > [!wikipedia] [Autism](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autism) > > Kanner Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges with [[social communication]], and by restricted and repetitive behaviors. It is now considered part of the wider [[autism spectrum]]. > > ![[10_Sources/articles - Understanding human collective behaviour Autistic Collaboration#^287467171]] > [!wikipedia]- When does autism present > > Parents often notice signs of autism during the first three years of their child's life. These signs often develop gradually, though some autistic children experience regression in their [[communication]] and social skills after reaching developmental milestones at a normal pace. > > [!wikipedia]- What does autism effect > > Autism affects information processing in the brain and how nerve cells and their synapses connect and organize; how this occurs is not well understood. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders ([[DSM]]-5) combines forms of the condition, including high functioning autism (HFA), which was formerly known as Asperger syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) into the diagnosis of [[autism spectrum]] disorder ASD. > > [!wikipedia]- Interventions and aids > > Several interventions have been shown to reduce symptoms and improve the ability of autistic people to function and participate independently in the community. Behavioral, psychological, education, and/or skill-building interventions may be used to assist autistic people to learn life skills necessary for living independently, as well as other social, communication, and language skills. Therapy also aims to reduce challenging behaviors and build upon strengths. > > An autistic [[Culture]] has developed, with some individuals seeking a cure and others believing autism should be accepted as a difference to be accommodated instead of cured. > **See**:: [[neurodiversity]] ##### ^dataviews > [!dataview]+ Related unlinked notes > > No results to show for list query. > [!dataview]- Other unlinked mentions > > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Articles/articles - Milton’s ‘double empathy problem’ A summary for non-academics Reframing Autism|articles - Milton’s ‘double empathy problem’ A summary for non-academics Reframing Autism]] > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Articles/articles - Semantic Battleground The War of Neurodiversity|articles - Semantic Battleground The War of Neurodiversity]] > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Articles/articles - Understanding human collective behaviour Autistic Collaboration|articles - Understanding human collective behaviour Autistic Collaboration]] > - [tweets - A #Thread of Threads◙I...](10_Sources/Readwise/Tweets/tweets%20-%20A%20%23Thread%20of%20Threads%E2%97%99I....md) > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Tweets/tweets - Hey Here’s a Discourse....|tweets - Hey Here’s a Discourse....]] > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Tweets/tweets - Inspired by @Commaficion...|tweets - Inspired by @Commaficion...]] > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Tweets/tweets - Tweets From Autistic Callum|tweets - Tweets From Autistic Callum]] > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Tweets/tweets - Tweets From Rory - ADHD Autistic OCD|tweets - Tweets From Rory - ADHD Autistic OCD]] > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Tweets/tweets - Tweets From Takiwātanga + Aroreretini (TheyIa) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️|tweets - Tweets From Takiwātanga + Aroreretini (TheyIa) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️]] > - [[10_Sources/Readwise/Tweets/tweets - Tweets From Visa Is Doing Final Edits ✍🏾📖|tweets - Tweets From Visa Is Doing Final Edits ✍🏾📖]] > - [[10_Sources/articles - Milton’s ‘double empathy problem’ A summary for non-academics Reframing Autism|articles - Milton’s ‘double empathy problem’ A summary for non-academics Reframing Autism]] > - [[10_Sources/articles - Semantic Battleground The War of Neurodiversity|articles - Semantic Battleground The War of Neurodiversity]] > - [[10_Sources/articles - Understanding human collective behaviour Autistic Collaboration|articles - Understanding human collective behaviour Autistic Collaboration]] > - [[tweets - A Thread of Threads◙I...]] > - [[10_Sources/tweets - Hey Here’s a Discourse....|tweets - Hey Here’s a Discourse....]] > - [[10_Sources/tweets - Inspired by @Commaficion...|tweets - Inspired by @Commaficion...]] > - [[10_Sources/tweets - Tweets From Autistic Callum|tweets - Tweets From Autistic Callum]] > - [[10_Sources/tweets - Tweets From Rory - ADHD Autistic OCD|tweets - Tweets From Rory - ADHD Autistic OCD]] > - [[10_Sources/tweets - Tweets From Takiwātanga + Aroreretini (TheyIa) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️|tweets - Tweets From Takiwātanga + Aroreretini (TheyIa) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️]] > - [[10_Sources/tweets - Tweets From Visa Is Doing Final Edits ✍🏾📖|tweets - Tweets From Visa Is Doing Final Edits ✍🏾📖]] > - [[201 Welcome]] > - [[An unfulfilled need for validation results in a fear of rejection]] > - [[Deconstructing your faith can feel like constructing a puzzle that you haven't seen before]] > - [[Stupid rules are made to be broken]] > - [[The anti-vax movement is based off a white lie]] #### Discussion <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mOtlF0ywH_s" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>