Read at https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

"The solution for such autistics cannot be... the liberal use of the psychotropic medications, which are unreliable Band-Aids with long- term health effects. Many of my peers in special education slowly disappeared into the black hole of being sent away to the modern day equivalents of institutions as their behaviors were no longer "manageable’ at home or in a community setting. Out of sight also means out of mind for society."

- Hari Srinivasan, Newsweek

 

 Read at https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

"We must dispel the notion that any medical intervention is inherently harmful. Many autistic peers I know experience chronic sleep deprivation, multiple seizures, pain, autoimmune conditions... spend the entire night on the toilet due to gut issues... engage in intense self-injurious behaviors, aggressive behaviors, and frequent meltdowns, which leave them home-bound. Living in a state of chronic unwellness is not conducive for inclusion. The quality of life for such autistics is challenging, no matter what kind of societal supports (inadequate as they are currently), or opportunities are put in place for inclusion."

- Hari Srinivasan, Newsweek

 

Diagnostic Overshadowing

"Autism already faces the problem of diagnostic overshadowing where anything and everything is attributed to the mysterious bucket of “it's all part of autism so live with it, nothing more need be done,” by medical professionals. Ironically, the same underlying issues would get treated if the autism label were not attached to that person."

- Hari Srinivasan, Newsweek

 Read at https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

 

 Read at https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

"Strengths-based opportunities are what the disability rights movement has always advocated and include education, technology, communication support, and accommodations, which have empowered individuals like myself....

Challenge-based solutions involve researching physiology, brain biology, gene-environment interactions, biomarkers, precision medicine, sensorimotor supports, and developing long- term supports, treatments, and technologies. Such care also needs to be part of routine care and delivered in mainstream settings for autistics that need these solutions. Neglecting these challenges leads to marginalization and impedes true inclusion and belonging"

- Hari Srinivasan, Newsweek

 

 Read at https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

"The heterogeneity of autism calls for a multifaceted approach that combines strengths-based opportunities and challenges-based solutions unique to each individual...

To drive true progress and improve the quality of life of all autistics, we must recognize a dual based approach. It does not have to be either-or"

- Hari Srinivasan, Newsweek

 

A Dual Approach for Autism

 

Read at https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

 

 https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

To drive true progress and improve the quality of life of all autistics we need BOTH Strengths_based_Opportunities AND Challenges_based_Solutions. 

It is not Either-Or.

#Autism #Research #Strengths_based_opportunities #Challenges_based_solutions.

A Dual Approach to Autism

 

I signed up today for a Twitter (X?) account for the first time because I read the Newsweek article "A Dual Approach for Autism." I'm married to an autistic man and my grandson is also autistic, and my hopes and wants for/from them are vastly different. I loved your perspective.


And here is the article https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

 https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

To drive true progress and improve the quality of life of all autistics we need BOTH Strengths_based_Opportunities AND Challenges_based_Solutions. 

It is not Either-Or.

#Autism #Research #Strengths_based_opportunities #Challenges_based_solutions.

Diagnostic Overshadowing Issue in Autism

To drive true progress and improve the quality of life of all autistics we need BOTH Strengths_based_Opportunities AND Challenges_based_Solutions. 

It is not Either-Or.

-Hari Srinivasan, Newsweek

Read full article at: https://www.newsweek.com/dual-approach-autism-opinion-1818062

#Autism #Research #Strengths_based_opportunities #Challenges_based_solutions.