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World Autism Awareness Day

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Gaelle

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Today is World Autism Awareness Day.
We mark the occasion by wearing something blue.
But if you can’t wear blue, that’s fine.
However, I would like you to spare a thought for those who see the world differently, who feel differently or who express themselves differently. You may know someone like this.
But I would also like us to spare a thought for those who share their daily lives with us, because living with autism is not easy. Every little victory is incredibly important.
So today, let’s pay attention to someone who seems different to us, be even more kind, and perhaps strike up a conversation. You’ll see that this moment will be very rewarding.
I’m the mum of an autistic teenager, and the conversations we can have are truly magical; despite the almost daily challenges, we focus only on the progress and the wonderful strides forward.
 
My oldest (the hip hop producer) is on the spectrum...one of the most talented and kind people I know. Everyone loves Sam! I wish I could peek in on his brain! I just get to hear the results in his music and in what he names his beats...they're very insightful and sometimes super funny. Thanks for bringing awareness today, @Gaelle !
 
As a special education teacher, I have worked with many, many autistic students, from one end of the spectrum to the other. I love them all and I am fascinated by how they see and experience the world. They have been one of the greatest joys in my life.
 
Gaelle said:
Today is World Autism Awareness Day.
We mark the occasion by wearing something blue.
But if you can’t wear blue, that’s fine.
However, I would like you to spare a thought for those who see the world differently, who feel differently or who express themselves differently. You may know someone like this.
But I would also like us to spare a thought for those who share their daily lives with us, because living with autism is not easy. Every little victory is incredibly important.
So today, let’s pay attention to someone who seems different to us, be even more kind, and perhaps strike up a conversation. You’ll see that this moment will be very rewarding.
I’m the mum of an autistic teenager, and the conversations we can have are truly magical; despite the almost daily challenges, we focus only on the progress and the wonderful strides forward.
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My nephew has nonverbal autism and down syndrome. But he knows who loves him and he is a joy.
 
dotcomkari said:
I have two children on the spectrum and my granddaughter was just diagnosed.
And I taught special education so...
This awareness holds a special place in mh heart
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I have two children whose neuro-spiciness includes autism as well. We have learned a lot in the last few years. Our daughter was diagnosed with autism as a secondary item to her Down syndrome, very young. The DS we knew before birth, and the autism was discovered around kindergarten. Our son wasn't diagnosed until 21 and it surprised us all, but then it didn't. There is so much more our family has the opportunity to learn.
 
IntenseMagic said:
As a special education teacher, I have worked with many, many autistic students, from one end of the spectrum to the other. I love them all and I am fascinated by how they see and experience the world. They have been one of the greatest joys in my life.
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Bless you for being a SPED teacher! Kids of the world really really need you and can make all the difference in a child's success. We held our daughter back from kindergarten because our elementary kinda teacher. was beyond hostile at the meeting we had in May before her entrance in school that would have been September. Not wanted, loud and clear, and the principal, and vice principal and school counselor didn't take issue with her tirade. "25 kids! You try to take care of 25 kids for a whole day, that's hard enough!!! And if I have too many of those special needs kids in my class, I won't be able to function!!!" The SPED team at the same elementary made a huge difference in her education.

So, long story short, thank you. Kids need you. A lot. That's not eloquent, I know, but this is getting to be a long post.
 
Aerobigirl said:
Bless you for being a SPED teacher! Kids of the world really really need you and can make all the difference in a child's success. We held our daughter back from kindergarten because our elementary kinda teacher. was beyond hostile at the meeting we had in May before her entrance in school that would have been September. Not wanted, loud and clear, and the principal, and vice principal and school counselor didn't take issue with her tirade. "25 kids! You try to take care of 25 kids for a whole day, that's hard enough!!! And if I have too many of those special needs kids in my class, I won't be able to function!!!" The SPED team at the same elementary made a huge difference in her education.

So, long story short, thank you. Kids need you. A lot. That's not eloquent, I know, but this is getting to be a long post.
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I am so very sorry that you had that experience. I can't imagine not taking issue with that. I've sort of made it my goal over the years to educate not only my students, but to educate others about my students and all the great things they are capable of. Thank you so much for your kind words and I hope that your daughter continues to have a wonderful school experience.
 
I have two nephews, ages 22 & 21, with autism. They are on the further end of the spectrum and need round the clock care, and are wonderful! My oldest brother, at age 59, recently received a diagnosis which has helped him understand himself better but has also been hard for him- lots of grief for the years of frustration and not understanding why he has always felt so different in the world. Looking back, my mom was certainly neuro divergent, but I don't know if she would have been diagnosed with autism.
 
I have my degree in the disability sector which includes Autism & ADHD. I also live with my mum who was late diagnosed ASD/ADHD about 12 years ago & while I'm not formally diagnosed I'm almost certain I have some traits too. Two of my close friends are also neurodiverse as well.
 
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