Sharing something wonderful for Autism Awareness! - inkhappi (2024)

FAQs

What do you say for autism awareness? ›

Ways to Show Support

This could be a blue ribbon, blue clothing, or a special blue shirt you can purchase from a nonprofit like Autism Speaks.

Everyone has a mountain to climb and autism has not been my mountain, it has been my opportunity for victory. Anything Is possible! If I can do it, so can you! I might hit developmental and societal milestones in a different order than my peers, but I am able to accomplish these small victories on my own time.

"Being autistic doesn't mean I'm broken. It means I see and experience the world in a different and beautiful way." This quote reminds us that autism is not a flaw or something to be fixed, but rather a different way of perceiving and interacting with the world.

Start with simple affirmations like “I am capable,” “I am unique,” or “I am proud of myself.” Make them specific to your child's strengths or abilities. For example, if your child loves painting, use affirmations like “I am a talented artist.” Involve your child in the process.

Advocate fearlessly for change.

“Your brain enjoys routines and rules, but your brain may have a hard time when those routines or rules change.” “You may communicate differently than your neurotypical peers. Sometimes they might not understand you, and you might not understand them. That's okay!

Choose simple games like peekaboo, pat-a-cake, snap and memory for young children. These games can promote sharing and taking turns, but they're also structured with clear end points. Organise playdates or visits with friends or family whose children are around the same age as your child or have similar interests.

How to honor someone with autism? ›

Awareness provides the knowledge and understanding necessary to recognize the diversity and complexity of the autism spectrum, including its varied strengths and challenges. Awareness serves as a catalyst for change–it prompts conversations, challenges stereotypes, and promotes empathy and understanding.

Always strive to be encouraging and compassionate. Learn about their favorite interests, games or hobbies and try to find common ones. Be aware of the tendency by autistic people to speak at length about their favorite topics which may require some gentle prompting or redirection.

The truth of the matter, though, is that, even if they did, neither Awareness or Acceptance are enough - they are insufficent targets if the end goal is to address the very real social, environmental, and internal experiences that exclude and isolate autistic people.

While many have used and continue to use the term "person with autism" because they find it more polite or respectful, it is widely accepted that people who have received an autism diagnosis prefer to be referred to as an "autistic person."

Many autistic people see autism as part of who they are, rather than something separate, and prefer to be described as 'autistic' or 'on the autism spectrum' – rather than as 'someone with autism'. Do not use negative language like suffering from autism, symptoms and treat.