5 Things You Don't Know About Autism (Part 2 of 2)
Channel: Psych2Go
Date: 2022-01-05

Watch 5 Myths about Autism  PART 1: https://youtu.be/qVlHGox0Vpc

Just over forty years ago, autism was first recognized as a distinct diagnosis in the DSM-III. Since then, awareness of autism has become widespread among the public and thankfully most of this has been respectful and positive. Unfortunately, there have also been unscientific myths about autism that exploit some people’s confusion and anxiety. These contribute to negative stigma and make it harder for autistic people to truly be understood and flourish in society. Have you fallen prey to any of these myths? 

Writer: Brian Cham 
Script Editor: Vanessa Tao 
Script Manager: Kelly Soong 
Voice: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Sun Biscuit
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong 

References: 
Bennett, M., Webster, A. A., Goodall, E., & Rowland, S. (2019). Life on the Autism Spectrum: Translating Myths and Misconceptions into Positive Futures. Springer.