NT Narratives Why Autistic & NeuroDivergent People May Not See Themselves in the Diagnostic Criteria
Channel: Lyric Rivera - Neurodivergent Rebel
Date: 2021-10-27

NeuroDivergent People aren't in control of our own narrative & the diagnostic manuals are one way the NeuroTypicals control  the narratives around NeuroDivergent People.
I want to say this now, before it's too late, as there are people working to stop me from saying this.

If they have their way, NeuroDivergent people will not be able to speak out against these oppressive systems.

They claim speaking out against the medical model is to "speak out against science & modern medicine" - not understanding that SCIENCE is something that SHOULD BE always evolving. 

They want to silence the #ActuallyAutistic voices, sharing their stories and lived experience.

If they ever do succeed in silencing me, please never stop fighting for #ActuallyAutistic and #NeuroDivergent human rights. 

We ARE making progress... which is the only reason people are suddenly trying to stop us.

This week, I am going to be talking about why some people do not see themselves in the diagnostic criteria for autism and other different forms of NeuroDiversity and things that are in that diagnostic manual.

So if you are curious about what I'm getting at here, please do stay tuned.

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It's important that we all understand, that as Autistic People, there is not a unified autistic experience. We all have different opinions and very different experience, and I think it's great to share those things. 

If you're a NeuroTypical watching, remember that this is just my experience as a NeuroDivergent Person. 

Hopefully, this video will inspire other NeuroDivergent People to share their experiences as well, how they relate, and maybe even do not relate in the comments below. 

I encourage you to listen to, and read, as many Autistic experiences as possible to best understand Autistic People.

I would LOVE to see more Autism vlogs by #ActuallyAutistic People.

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