April has historically been called Autism Awareness Month. But, now you might be hearing that it is now being called Autism Acceptance Month. Why was that change made? Why is the puzzle piece now replaced with the infinity symbol? How has the definition of autism changed and how has the prevalence of autism increased over the past 20 years? Episode 12 of The Autism Little Learners Podcast will bring you up to speed!
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Autism Awareness vs. Acceptance
What the puzzle piece is out and what symbol replaced it
History of the definition and diagnosis of autism
Prevalence of autism over the past 23 years
Identity-first vs person-first language
Links Related To This Week’s Episode:
Autistic: Definition & Prevalence Blog
Autistic Self Advocacy Network
Uniquely Human Book by Barry Prizant
I Will Die On This Hill by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards
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