Unlocking Creativity: Individuals with autism often shine in creative fields like art, music, and writing, offering unique perspectives and original ideas. Their contributions drive innovation and inspire new ways of thinking. Let's recognize and celebrate their remarkable talents! 🌟 #AutismAwareness #Innovation #CreativeGenius #ABA
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🤔 Why is research on art therapy so important? 🎙️ Read our conversation with Dr Simon Hackett about his research on art therapy research in adults with learning disabilities, the development of art therapy research, and how to make it more inclusive. 🔗 Read online: https://bit.ly/49lXLhm --- #ArtTherapy #ArtTherapists #ArtTherapyResearch #ArtTherapyCYP #ArtTherapistLife #TherapyResearch #ResearchOnline #LearningDisabilities
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Image title: Can the unique perspectives of autistic individuals teach us something profound about creativity and problem-solving? Download this image here: https://lnkd.in/dfDVXUSk Additional thoughts: Autistic insights enhance creativity and problem-solving, offering fresh, innovative approaches. The unique autistic perspectives bring a valuable divergence in thinking, opening up new avenues for innovation. Autistic individuals see the world through a different lens, which can lead to breakthrough ideas and solutions. By valuing and integrating these distinctive viewpoints, we can enrich our collective understanding and tackle challenges with renewed vigor and creativity. Embracing diversity in thought is key to driving forward innovation and finding unique solutions to complex problems. Categories: Downloadable, Autism, Creativity, Innovation, Diversity, Problem-solving +++
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"Dyslexia is a gift when the world learns to read our way." 📚 Individuals with dyslexia often possess incredible creativity, problem-solving skills, and out-of-the-box thinking. They see patterns, connections, and possibilities that others might overlook. The phrase 'Dyslexia is a gift when the world learns to read our way' is a reminder to embrace neurodiversity and create a more inclusive society. Instead of trying to fit everyone into the same mould, let's celebrate the diverse ways in which people learn, communicate, and excel. #dyslexiaawareness #neurodiversity #embracedifferences #uniquegifts #inclusionmatters"
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#SummerCRECSBites: How can you be inclusive during your research? During our 2023/24 colloquium series, Virginie Cobigo and Munazza Tahir shared their findings on inclusive research with people with cognitive disabilities. They listed these tips for planning for inclusivity in research: ✔️Plan for time required to build trusting relationships ✔️Plan for fair compensation in your budget ✔️Slow down and allow time for processing ✔️Length of commitment ✔️Changing skills ✔️Transportation ✔️Plan to create research tools in accessible language Only 2 more weeks left of our #SummerCRECSBites series!
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Unveiling a hidden world: A symphony of colours for a different way of seeing. This World Autism Awareness Day, let's celebrate the unique sensory experiences of autistic individuals. This artwork, much like the scream into the microphone, captures the potential for both overwhelm and vibrant expression. Science suggests autistic individuals might process sensory information differently. This piece translates that concept into a visual representation. The explosion of colour could reflect heightened sensory perception, while the microphone symbolises a voice yearning to be understood. Research suggests that "People with autism may be less subject to herd thinking, and more able to take original perspectives" and hence may have special talents in areas of music, art and maths. Instead of silencing these unique voices, let's listen with open hearts and embrace the vibrant spectrum of human experience. Source: https://lnkd.in/dqZb8gui #WorldAutismAwarenessDay #AutismAcceptance #SciArt #Neurodiversity
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As we honour Neurodiversity Week, let's shine a spotlight on dyslexia and celebrate the strengths it brings: 🔍 Understanding Dyslexia: It's more than just difficulty with words; it's a different way of seeing the world. 🌈 Breaking Stigma: Let's raise awareness and create a more inclusive society where everyone's abilities are valued. 💡 Embracing Strengths: Dyslexia fosters creativity, resilience, and outside-the-box thinking. 👩🏫 Promoting Support: We advocate for accessible education and resources to empower every individual. 🤝 Spreading Understanding: Through empathy and dialogue, we dismantle misconceptions and build a more compassionate world. #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityWeek #NCW #ThisIsND"
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I believe in art as a fundamental tool in the process of desisting from crime 🎨, enabling the development of strategies aimed at supporting reintegration and the development of social and human capital. Participation in artistic activities by incarcerated individuals can facilitate the process of moving away from crime, contributing to the redefinition of identities and self-perception. Art projects in prisons can allow inmates, who are generally stigmatized and have deteriorated identities, to begin redefining and re-signifying themselves from positive places 🌟. How do you think art can contribute to the rehabilitation and reintegration of incarcerated individuals? #ArtInPrisons #SocialReintegration #DesistanceFromCrime #MentalHealth #CriminalJustice #ArtTherapy #Rehabilitation #SocialCapital #HumanDevelopment #PositiveIdentity #MentalHealthAwareness
From emotional expression, social connection, building self-esteem to gaining a sense of agency, the arts play a significant role in healing and mental health for incarcerated individuals. RTA's comprehensive programming in theater, dance, music, creative writing, and visual arts fosters a holistic learning environment where a journey of self-healing can begin. How have the arts healed you? #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #ArtHeals #CommunityHealing #RTA
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Update: Video recording of this talk available on our YouTube channel NOW with video chapters https://lnkd.in/e8Au9WRS Rationale: We are creating video chapters for many of our talks on YouTube which will give people a better idea of what's in the video before viewing it. Video description: Neurodiversity and the media: proper representation and misrepresentation (Friday, February 2). During this session, we'll discuss examples of autistic TV and movie characters done right and arguably less so, and the societal implications of both of these scenarios. Also included in the discussion is the new Broadway musical, “How to Dance in Ohio” which features openly autistic performers. Video chapters: 1. Introduction 0:00:12 2. Trigger warning later in presentation 0:00:40 3. Diverse community with diverse opinions 0:01:56 4. Three most famous fictional autistic characters by non-autistic actors 0:02:46 5. Do autistic characters need to be played by autistic performers? 0:05:47 6. Emphasize community diversity means different opinions 0:06:23 7. Examples of non-autistic actors playing autistic characters 0:07:40 8. Sheldon Cooper (The Big Bang Theory) convincing portrayed autistic person 0:08:31 9. Shaum Murphy (The Good Doctor) received mixed reviews from advocates 0:09:07 10. Raymond Babbitt (Rain Man) created and perpetuated many stereotypes 0:10:24 11. Advocates: Rain Main created highly problematic misrepresentations of autism 0:12:46 12. Parent: "Everything I know about autism came from Rain Man" 0:13:29 13. Learning about autistic people without the entertainment industry 0:14:25 14. Advertised medical misrepresentations 0:16:59 15. MMR and anti-vaccine (antivax) movement 0:17:35 16. Tylenol (acetaminophen) litigation 0:19:42 17. Autism is a naturally occurring neurotype and not a side effect 0:20:58 18. Theories linking autism to diet and gastrointestinal dysfunction 0:22:25 19. Misinformation endangers and harms vulnerable communities 0:23:19 20. Trigger warning slide: Life Magazine 1972 offensive content 0:25:27 21. The Center School - New Jersey Special Education School 0:26:02 22. Life Magazine: profits over people but at what cost? 0:33:00 23. Sound representation: Love on the Spectrum, an unstructured reality series 0:35:57 24. Autistic people unmasked and being their authentic selves 0:37:17 25. The success of authenticity and vulnerability 038:02 26. Sound representation: How to Dance in Ohio, all performers autistic 0:40:20 27. New Broadway musical based on successful 2016 documentary 0:41:41 28. Some improvisation encouraged to ensure authenticity 0:44:13 29. Defy stereotypes: plenty of Broadway-grade performers 0:45:15 30. Neuroinclusive accommodations at the theatre 0:47:55 31. Inspirational in their own right, not because of diagnosis 0:49:16 32. Best practices for educating the public 0:54:28 33. Learning from diverse sources and people with lived experience 0:55:54 34. There is no shortcut 0:58:16 35. Closing remarks 0:59:49
Neurodiversity and the Media: Proper Representation and Misrepresentation
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A Few Strengths On Dyslexia Today as Part Of Celebrating Neurodiversity Week 18-24 March - Many entrepreneurs are dyslexic and like other Neurodifferences it comes with its challenges However that more often than not, comes with strengths and abilities too My amazing Peeps with dyslexia have unique problem-solving skills and thinking out of the box abilities What else would you add??? With Neodiversity comes a Neurological Difference, and with the right mindset and in the right environment you can and will thrive!! Let’s break the stigma and celebrate individuality, Neurodifferences and all the abilities that come with it #neurodiversitycelebrationweek #neurodiversityawareness #dyslexia #neurodiversityintheworkplace
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Another exciting research request from a potential client: gathering insights from respondents with disabilities, including those who are blind, deaf, or have physical, mental, or speech impairments. I'm curious—has anyone had experience synthesizing data from these groups, particularly those with mental or speech disabilities? If so, I'd love to hear your thoughts and learn from your approach! TA #socialresearch #research #consulting #nexusresearch #Indonesia
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