Show threadFickle Futures3h ago

Some researchers are beginning to rethink the autism spectrum along these lines, too, suggesting that there may be distinct subtypes of the condition with different clusters of challenges and abilities."

https://www.newscientist.com/article/2508317-theres-no-such-thing-as-a-normal-brain-best-ideas-of-the-century/

#Neurodiversity #AutismAwareness #ADHD #MentalHealth #CognitiveDiversity #Masto #FickleFutures

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There’s no such thing as a normal brain: Best ideas of the century

Neurodiversity research has reshaped how we think about autism and ADHD, revealing that a “normal” brain doesn’t exist – and that unusual brains also come with unique strengths

New Scientist
Show threadJason §The Fickle Futurist3h ago

Some researchers are beginning to rethink the autism spectrum along these lines, too, suggesting that there may be distinct subtypes of the condition with different clusters of challenges and abilities."

https://www.newscientist.com/article/2508317-theres-no-such-thing-as-a-normal-brain-best-ideas-of-the-century/

#Neurodiversity #AutismAwareness #ADHD #MentalHealth #CognitiveDiversity #Masto #JasonSpeaks

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There’s no such thing as a normal brain: Best ideas of the century

Neurodiversity research has reshaped how we think about autism and ADHD, revealing that a “normal” brain doesn’t exist – and that unusual brains also come with unique strengths

New Scientist
Autistic Goblin4h ago

Dedicated School For Autistic Students Scrapped By Edmonton Public School Board

https://autisticgoblin.ca/2026/04/17/dedicated-school-for-autistic-students-scrapped-by-edmonton-public-school-board/
Raphaël Pinson 10h ago

Post 8 in the #autism awareness series: https://dev.to/raphink/tasks-that-dont-make-sense-26k3

on taks that don't make sense.

#autismawareness #actuallyAutistc #neurodiversity

Tasks that don't make sense

Some tasks are hard. Some are boring. Some are just tasks you don't feel like doing. And then there are tasks that the brain simply refuses — not out of reluctance, but because the purpose doesn't compute. This post explores the neurological mechanism behind that block, why pushing harder makes it worse, and why the person looking back at you with a calm smile while you wait for them to comply isn't being difficult — their brain has already decided.

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Bubotomy13h ago

Do you ever feel like you suddenly and completely forget how to talk to people?

#Autism #Autistic #AutismAwareness

Paul Arnheim-Projekt1d ago
#AI is dangerous because it has to act like a neurotypical human being with all the nonsense that entails: lies and misunderstandings. I made a screenshot with #ALText that makes text audible instead of a thread. #SaveDemocracy, #resist! #Ethics #AIEthics #actuallyAutistic #autism #autismAwareness

RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:yitwlwggsdkkbhjx3rbykiv4/post/3mjmhjw34222k
Metal Insider2d ago

Russell Allen shares a deeply personal new song for Autism Awareness Month.

“Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)” is out now.

Details: https://metalinsider.net/video/russell-allen-releases-love-her-like-i-do-avas-song-for-autism-awareness-month

#RussellAllen #SymphonyX #AutismAwareness #NewMusic #Metal

Russell Allen releases “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song)”

Russell Allen, known for his work with Symphony X, has released a new ballad, “Love Her Like I Do (Ava’s Song),” in recognition of Autism Awareness Month.

Metal Insider | Get Inside the Industry
Raphaël Pinson 2d ago

Post seven in the #Autism Awareness series: https://dev.to/raphink/the-filter-that-isnt-running-5d6d

#autismAwareness #actuallyAutistc #neurodiversity

The filter that isn't running

The autistic brain doesn't filter out irrelevant sensory input. Everything arrives at full processing weight, not louder, just unfiltered. This post explains the mechanism, why common fixes don't work, and why the problem isn't at the ear at all.

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The Doctor (0/6 - Commissions open)4d ago
Another year, another autism awareness month (and I must say my ADHD results in not getting a frame for this so I can offer it on sale) #Art #CrossStitch #AutismAwareness #Needlework

RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:36h6ttx2g23zqr4accilbvo7/post/3kpnhsbjtpa2g
Johanna-Jessica OFS5d ago

RE: https://katholisch.social/@proficisci90/116391015824068319

Vor oder nach der Messe mit mir reden (da Verantwortung), ist eine Sache, wenn auch schon in eigener Art sehr befremdlich, von wegen "kann der Behinderte bitte weniger behindert sein".

Ich kann nachvollziehen, dass Beeinträchtigungen irritieren können, etwa auch im Hörverständnis.

Sowas hingegen vertrage ich sehr, sehr, SEHR schlecht.🔥
Ich schreie z.B. auch keine lauten Kleinkinder in der Hl. Messe an, es sind halt Kinder und ist ja eig. schön, sind sie da...

#Autismus #autismawareness #Kirche #katholisch #behindertengerecht #ableism #ableismus