Double Empathy - Toxicity Within Autistic Communities
Channel: Thomas Henley
Date: 19/02/2019

QUICK NOTICE - This video may be seen as controversial, but the opinions expressed by myself come from a strong background in Biomedical/Neurological understanding of Autism. I also study psychology and politics/group dynamics in my down time and have a good amount of involvement in Autistic forums/groups.

This video will cover WHAT Double Empathy is and HOW it is the source of misunderstanding and unproductive groups on the internet or in communities. You have to understand Autism does come with downsides, it does, there is no arguing that we don't GENERALLY struggle with mental health and all types of social communication... BUT most importantly our tendency to be single minded and defensive.

Growing up as an Autistic I initially hated Autism; in my early adulthood I got involved more in the Autistic community, taking on the ideas of neurodiversity and 'Autistic's' living in a neurotypical world. 
I have been representing Autistic's through my Taekwondo career and providing inspiration for both non-Autistics and Autistics... moving on I now work with Universities and film makers. 

In order to build a BETTER WORLD we need to understand the flaws and talent in each of our individual minds... COMING TOGETHER to build bridges and induce change, rather than forming hatred and cynicism.

Hope you enjoy the video, PLEASE leave a comment about your thoughts and opinions and I WILL address them as soon as possible.

Thanks,
Tom :)