Reasons why autistic people may over explain when communicating

*Trauma
*Historic gaslighting experiences
*Neurotypical bias in communication exchanges
*Masking
*Anxiety
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~Amanda McGuinness Little Puds
#AutismAcceptance2024

The Autism Nova Scotia flag was raised today at Province House to recognize Autism Acceptance Month.

#AutismAcceptance2024

The NSNDP is again calling on the Houston government to create an Autism Strategy for NS. A coordinated plan to support people of all ages who have autism, their families and communities is needed. It's time to pass this bill and begin this important work. #AutismAcceptance2024

At NSPC we are celebrating autism acceptance week by highlighting great autistic & neurodivergent authors, academics & advocates. Today’s recommendation is the fabulous Nick Walker's book Neuroqueer Heresies. Check out Nick's website neuroqueer.com #autismacceptance2024

Many Thanks to our AMAZING BCBA TABATHA GREBINGER-MARTIN who designed the Sensory Lounge at our 7th Annual Autism Wellness and Resource Fair! Students LOVED it! Many thanks also to RBT, Michael Barnes, and BCBA, Tara Khoury! Wequonnoc Magnet Elementary School Moriarty Elementary School #AutismAcceptance2024 Norwich Public Schools

This week is world Autism acceptance week🌈💛

It is time we accept individuals for who they are and treat everyone with the same love and respect👏

#SLTForKids #WorldAutismAcceptanceWeek #AutismAcceptance2024

💙Loved the student projects on Body Systems n2y presented at our 7th Annual Autism Wellness and Resource Fair! 💙 Such amazing learning Kelly STEAM Magnet Middle School! Many thanks to Annie Busby, Alison Gurnon, & our students! #AutismAcceptance2024 💙Norwich Public Schools

April is Autism Acceptance Month with Autism Awareness Day being on the 2nd. What's the difference? This article ASAN's Kassiane S. wrote gives a better perspective. #disability #inclusion #autismacceptance2024

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