{"id":5948,"date":"2022-04-11T14:28:02","date_gmt":"2022-04-11T18:28:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/?p=5948"},"modified":"2023-12-11T16:53:46","modified_gmt":"2023-12-11T21:53:46","slug":"autism-acceptance-month-dismantling-myths-about-autism-at-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/autism-acceptance-month-dismantling-myths-about-autism-at-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Autism Acceptance Month: Dismantling Myths About Autism at Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><button id=\"listenButton1\" class=\"responsivevoice-button\" type=\"button\" value=\"Play\" title=\"ResponsiveVoice Tap to Start\/Stop Speech\"><span>&#128266; Listen to this article<\/span><\/button>\n        <script>\n            listenButton1.onclick = function(){\n                if(responsiveVoice.isPlaying()){\n                    responsiveVoice.cancel();\n                }else{\n                    responsiveVoice.speak(\"People with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) face a number of myths and misconceptions surrounding their characteristics, abilities, and intelligence. These myths are often perpetuated by stereotypes and narratives in popular media, as well as a general lack of knowledge and understanding about what autism really is. Here, as part of Autism Acceptance Month, we\u2019ll examine a few common misconceptions about autism and why they are harmful to the ASD community. But first, let\u2019s understand what autism means. What is Autism? Autism is a common developmental condition characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive and\/or obsessive behaviors, and communication. Each individual is impacted differently, and may present a broad range of challenges, strengths, and personality traits. For example, some people with autism are nonverbal and require daily assistance from a caretaker. Other people with autism are famous for their verbal skills as public speakers, professional communicators, writers, actors and more and live independently with jobs and families of their own. Many celebrities and influential people who identify on the autism spectrum will attest that their autism contributed to their success. In fact, recent studies from the last few decades show a strong correlation between autism and high IQ scores, reframing autism as a disorder of high intelligence. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 44 children today are identified as being on the autism spectrum. Signs and symptoms typically present before three years old, with some people displaying autistic traits as early as twelve months and others not identifying as autistic until they are well into adulthood.\u00a0 Thanks to improved diagnostic methods and more widespread awareness, many people are now diagnosed with autism in childhood, but others will be diagnosed later in life. Most people with autism live happy, fulfilling, and productive lives. For some, getting to this point requires the right combination of treatment and counseling. As one saying from the autism community goes, \u201cif you know one person with autism, you know one person with autism.\u201d Every individual is unique. Common Misconceptions Despite autism awareness initiatives, improved diagnostic methods and greater general education, autism remains one of the most misunderstood neurological conditions and forms of neurodiversity. The myths surrounding it can be deeply offensive and misleading, contributing to a stigmatization of people with autism that has major impacts, both personally and professionally.\u00a0 It can also decrease an autistic employee\u2019s likelihood to ask for the support and accommodations they need and are guaranteed under the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA). Here are a few of the most common myths about autism:\u00a0 Myth #1: People with autism don\u2019t feel emotions. One of the most harmful misconceptions about people with autism is that they don\u2019t feel emotions. Autistic individuals are fully capable of feeling all emotions, from happiness and excitement to anxiety and regret, as Scientific American explains in detail. The difference is that some people with autism \u2013 and notice that we aren\u2019t saying all people with autism \u2013 may have a hard time expressing their feelings in the form of words and actions. Professional therapy can serve as an important tool in helping people who have autism express their emotions and communicate with others.\u00a0 Myth #2: People with autism are either geniuses or have intellectual disabilities. This offensive misconception has been perpetuated by popular media depictions of autism, like Dustin Hoffman\u2019s performance in the movie Rain Man. Remember: Autism Spectrum Disorder presents differently in each impacted individual, so it\u2019s impossible and belittling to make generalizations about a person\u2019s characteristics or intelligence. Some people with autism have average intellectual abilities, others have learning and\/or critical-thinking difficulties, and numerous others display high intelligence. Myth #3: Autistic people cannot live independently or hold traditional jobs. Many people assume that all individuals with ASD require the assistance of a caregiver and are incapable of workplace excellence. In truth, many individuals with autism live wholly independent lives and find success in a variety of different career fields. While those with more severe forms of autism often need help around the house or at work, you should avoid making the assumption that an autistic colleague wants or requires your assistance. Many people with autism can, and prefer, to go about their lives independently. Learn More To ensure that every person with autism feels included and encouraged to contribute their best, in the workplace and in society, organization leaders must commit to learning more about autism in the workplace and how to act as allies to the ASD community.\u00a0 The first step in this process is to educate yourself, breaking down antiquated narratives and unconscious biases that say people with autism are somehow abnormal, irregular, or broken. Learn more about neurodiversity, and seek out voices from the autism community. One great place to start is the article \u201cHow To Be An Ally Of Autistic People\u201d by Jordan Wilson-Dalzell. With the right knowledge and mindset, we can make the world a more welcoming, productive, and inclusive place for all.\", \"US English Male\");\n                }\n            };\n        <\/script>\n     <\/br><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) face a number of myths and misconceptions surrounding their characteristics, abilities, and intelligence. These myths are often perpetuated by stereotypes and narratives in popular media, as well as a general lack of knowledge and understanding about what autism really is. Here, as part of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/autismsociety.org\/autism-acceptance-month\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autism Acceptance Month<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we\u2019ll examine a few common misconceptions about autism and why they are harmful to the ASD community. But first, let\u2019s understand what autism means.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What is Autism?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autism is a common developmental condition characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive and\/or obsessive behaviors, and communication. Each individual is impacted differently, and may present a broad range of challenges, strengths, and personality traits. For example, some people with autism are nonverbal and require daily assistance from a caretaker. Other people with autism are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliedbehavioranalysisprograms.com\/historys-30-most-inspiring-people-on-the-autism-spectrum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">famous for their verbal skills as public speakers, professional communicators, writers, actors and more<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and live independently with jobs and families of their own. Many celebrities and influential people who identify on the autism spectrum will attest that their autism contributed to their success. In fact, recent studies from the last few decades show a strong correlation between autism and high IQ scores, reframing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4927579\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">autism as a disorder of high intelligence<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/autism\/data.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 in 44 children<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today are identified as being on the autism spectrum. Signs and symptoms typically <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/autism\/signs.html#:~:text=Some%20children%20show%20ASD%20symptoms,the%20skills%20they%20once%20had.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">present before three years old<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with some people displaying autistic traits as early as twelve months and others not identifying as autistic until they are well into adulthood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to improved diagnostic methods and more widespread awareness, many people are now diagnosed with autism in childhood, but others will be diagnosed later in life. Most people with autism live happy, fulfilling, and productive lives. For some, getting to this point requires the right combination of treatment and counseling. As one saying from the autism community goes, \u201cif you know one person with autism, you know one person with autism.\u201d Every individual is unique.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/library\/%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8876 size-large lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-1024x341.png\" alt=\"TDM Library: your one-stop-shop for update, expert DEI Resources. Explore the platform with a free trial. Click here to learn more.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-1024x341.png 1024w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-600x200.png 600w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-768x256.png 768w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/341;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Common Misconceptions<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite autism awareness initiatives, improved diagnostic methods and greater general education, autism remains one of the most misunderstood neurological conditions and forms of neurodiversity. The myths surrounding it can be deeply offensive and misleading, contributing to a stigmatization of people with autism that has major impacts, both personally and professionally.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can also decrease an autistic employee\u2019s likelihood to ask for the support and accommodations they need and are guaranteed under the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA). Here are a few of the most common myths about autism:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Myth #1: People with autism don\u2019t feel emotions.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One of the most harmful misconceptions about people with autism is that they don\u2019t feel emotions. Autistic individuals are fully capable of feeling all emotions, from happiness and excitement to anxiety and regret, as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/people-with-autism-can-read-emotions-feel-empathy1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scientific American<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> explains in detail. The difference is that some people with autism \u2013 and notice that we aren\u2019t saying all people with autism \u2013 may have a hard time expressing their feelings in the form of words and actions. Professional therapy can serve as an important tool in helping people who have autism express their emotions and communicate with others.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Myth #2: People with autism are either geniuses or have intellectual disabilities.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This offensive misconception has been perpetuated by popular media depictions of autism, like Dustin Hoffman\u2019s performance in the movie <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rain Man. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember: Autism Spectrum Disorder presents differently in each impacted individual, so it\u2019s impossible and belittling to make generalizations about a person\u2019s characteristics or intelligence. Some people with autism have average intellectual abilities, others have learning and\/or critical-thinking difficulties, and numerous others display high intelligence. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Myth #3: Autistic people cannot live independently or hold traditional jobs. <\/b>Many people assume that all individuals with ASD require the assistance of a caregiver and are incapable of workplace excellence. In truth, many individuals with autism live wholly independent lives and find success in a variety of different career fields. While those with more severe forms of autism often need help around the house or at work, you should avoid making the assumption that an autistic colleague wants or requires your assistance. Many people with autism can, and prefer, to go about their lives independently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Learn More<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To ensure that every person with autism feels included and encouraged to contribute their best, in the workplace and in society, organization leaders must commit to learning more about autism in the workplace and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/people-with-autism-can-read-emotions-feel-empathy1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to act as allies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the ASD community.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in this process is to educate yourself, breaking down antiquated narratives and unconscious biases that say people with autism are somehow abnormal, irregular, or broken. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.understood.org\/en\/articles\/neurodiversity-what-you-need-to-know\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more about neurodiversity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and seek out voices from the autism community. One great place to start is the article \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/the-art-of-autism.com\/how-to-be-an-ally-of-autistic-people\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Be An Ally Of Autistic People<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d by Jordan Wilson-Dalzell. With the right knowledge and mindset, we can make the world a more welcoming, productive, and inclusive place for all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/library\/%20\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8041 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-A-1024x85.png\" alt=\"Display ad for TDM Library. Text says &quot;Find more content like this in TDM Library. 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