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How Do I Cope with Anti-Autistic Bias? | by Devon Price - Medium

Research shows most people dislike Autistics within moments of meeting them. Is there any hope of us finding connection?

New Autism Study Offers Clues For Overcoming Bias

Current research on autism bias suggests education could reduce misconceptions about autism and encourage healthier social interactions.

Dealing with Autism Bias, Stereotypes & Judgement

Though education and information surrounding autism has increased exponentially, there are still many deep-rooted stereotypes and biases ...

Study: Reducing Biases About Autism May Increase Social Inclusion

The study showed that familiarizing non-autistic people with the challenges and strengths of autistic people helped to reduce stigma and misconceptions about ...

Five Problematic Coping Strategies Used by Masked Autistic People

Dr. Price explains that people pleasing lets the masked autistic person have a script that can be applied in all situations: the only ...

Autistic people and masking

This unconscious bias ... This doesn't mean stopping masking altogether, it just means becoming more aware of how we use the strategy to cope, and ...

Implicit Social Biases in People with Autism - PMC

Implicit social biases are ubiquitous and are known to influence social behavior. A core diagnostic criterion of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is abnormal ...

How to Get Out of an Autistic Thought Loop | Psychology Today

Applying self-care tools, developing awareness, and avoiding triggers can help reduce the harmful effects. I recently experienced an intense ...

How to Respond to Discrimination and Bias - The Jed Foundation

Seek help from a mental health professional. Part of your support system can be a therapist who is trained in dealing with issues of discrimination. Keep a ...

Autistic people challenge preconceived ideas about rationality

Other research suggests that Autistic individuals might have a reduced 'optimism bias'. This is the bias wherein people tend to neglect ...

High Functioning Autism: What It Is and How to Manage

People with autism who have low support needs (previously called high-functioning autism or Asperger's syndrome) may not need as much support as other autistic ...

Autistic Advice - Medium

Answers to your questions about neurodiversity, acceptance, disability justice, and self-advocacy. · How Do I Cope with Anti-Autistic Bias? · How to Visit Bars, ...

How to Minimize the Impact of Experts' Non-rational Beliefs on Their ...

The non-autistic majority often judges people on the autism spectrum through the prism of numerous stereotypes, prejudices, cognitive biases ...

Moving Beyond Anti-Bias Activities: Supporting the Development of ...

Anti-bias education is a way of teaching that supports children and their families as they develop a sense of identity in a diverse society.

Understanding Stigma in Autism: A Narrative Review and ...

A variety of interventions and approaches to reduce stigma are discussed, including “autism friendly” spaces, positive media representation, educational and ...

Autism at Work: Overcoming Challenges - HelpGuide.org

Dealing with sensory issues in the workplace is easiest when your coworkers and supervisors are willing to accommodate your needs. And before ...

5 Ways to Deal with Adult Autistic Meltdowns | Psychology Today

Letting go of shame, and accepting that meltdowns can be a part of autism, can also help autistic adults better navigate them. Meltdown is a ...

How to navigate adulthood on the autism spectrum

Besides masking, other types of stress involve dealing with the stigmas associated with being “different” and navigating employment and personal ...

Autism discrimination in the workplace: Stats, legality, and effects

Employers must understand how to treat employees with autism, and accommodate them and their needs. Keep reading to learn more about autism ...

Redefining the Norm: Early Childhood Anti-Bias Strategies

A multicultural/anti-bias approach can help students learn to place a positive value on those differences and to treat all people with respect. It can nurture ...