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Introducing Aspie Answers - where I myself as a young woman who has Aspergers Syndrome that's now classified as Autism from the DSM-5 Manual. My podcast is going to be all about autism and mental health that'll create an awareness and understanding along with acceptance and inclusion. I'll also be sharing some of my lived experiences with autism and mental health along with some guided tips and advice along the way for you all.

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Ableism In Disney? What Is Disney And Pixar Movies Portraying As A Message To People

Aspie Answers Mar 14, 2023

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Ableism In Disney? What Is Disney And Pixar Movies Portraying As A Message To People

As we know that it should come to no surprise whatsoever that we live in a world where society, movies and messages on bulletin telling or sharing with us that we should be living in a world where it is highly catered and meeting the needs of able-bodied. More than that, people with disabilities are so often underrepresented in the media, TV, literature, and film. People with disabilities are habitually only cast if their disability serves to explain some tragic backstory or denote a questionable morality. Contrary to popular belief, disability studies and educational reform have become a major priority in the literary, critical, medical, and political world. Just recently in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed to give civil rights to people with disabilities. This shows how oblivious many were to the severity of disabilities in society before this time, and also how people with disabilities have been ostracized and abused through out centuries. Popular theorists such as Ronald J. Berger and Lennard J. Davis introduce terminology and views on how to better understand disabilities. According to Berger, “disability studies- an interdisciplinary field of inquiry that includes representation from social sciences, the humanities, and the medical, rehabilitation, and education professions- is vital to an understanding of humankind” (Berger, Introducing Disability studies. 2013). Berger is definitely opening the doors and helping those with disabilities find their place in society. Davis, on the other hand, focuses on the “construction of normalcy” saying, “the problem is not the person with disabilities; the problem is the way normalcy is constructed to create the problem of the disabled person” (Davis, The Disability Studies Reader. 2006). Basically, society gets to label what is normal and what is not. I was terrified of the evil grasshopper from A Bug’s Life but what does that say about me or about how Disney portrays some animals as able bodied and good and the ones that are missing a language as savage and evil? Or more importantly, what does this say about us as people (particularly those privileged as being seen as able-bodied and “normal”) that we often do not question or notice inequalities and illusions to slavery within our imaged utopias and cartoon wonderlands that we watch and admire while we were young! On top of the more obvious examples, there seems to be an underlying theme of dehumanization of certain characters/groups of characters in Disney films and TV. Here, I will look at how Disney portrays disabilities and the treatment the characters receive. The first Disney movie I would like to Discuss is Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. All of the seven dwarfs have some kind of disability on top of having a growth impairment. The two main dwarfs are Dopey and Doc. Doc is the leader amongst the seven and suffers a speech impediment, having trouble pronouncing words correctly and often stuttering. He is also slightly bigger than the other dwarfs which makes the others look weaker. Doc’s disabilities are a perfect representation of Berger’s ableism-“assumes that some people (and bodies) are normal and superior while other people are abnormal and inferior” (Berger, Introducing Disability studies. 2013). Due to Doc’s condition he was the most able dwarf and all the other dwarfs were secondary to him. Disney’s representation of Doc shows that disabilities like or similar to his makes all the others lesser and more reliable to the “normal” or “most normal” person. On the other hand, Dopey is the complete opposite of Doc and ableism. Dopey’s disability would put him in the intellectual disability category. Intellectual disability is significant limitations intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, which covers many everyday social and practical skills, this is also the term now used for mental retardation. Dopey shows signs of this disabilities by not being able to talk and his child like behavior. Dopey also seems to be very clumsy, tripping over everything and trying to mimic the other dwarfs through out their daily routines. Disney, clearly depicts Dopey as a disabled person by making him the weakest dwarf and also with the name he was given. For that matter, all of the dwarfs in Snow White have some sort of difference in functioning that allows them to live with Snow White in a non-sexualized way. In particular, Doc and Dopey are both dwarfs that have prominent roles in the film. Doc, the head dwarf of the seven, has a speech impediment. He has trouble with most of his verbal communication—stuttering on his words that often do not sound comprehensible. Throughout the film, Doc has to correct his words— when saying “hen” he corrects it to mean “men” and again saying “lapel diflings” when meaning apple dumplings. It is nice to see that even with this speech difficulty Doc still can remain the head of this group of dwa

Mar 14, 202319:56

To Enable or Not To Enable - That's The Question!

#autism #internalableism #ableism #actuallyautistic #toenableornottoenable

*DISCLAIMER* Before I continue this video I am about to share with you all today, I want to say that I am no medical doctor. I'm your normal Jo Blogs, sharing my lived experiences in what I go through on the daily and if you see or hear anything out of the ordinary, do seek professional advice for yourself or your loved one ordo get professional help for yourself or your loved one as I don't condone self-harm.

Now, today I want to share with you all my lived experiences with internalized ableism that I struggle with sometimes on a daily and hell it's not easy. It never is as well as life isn't easy but it's what we do in our lives that counts and what we do with our pages and chapters in our lives to create a beautiful story to share. I will share this how I experience it directly by me to myself. also again defined ableism and internalized ableism along with what my aims and goals for internalized ableism or ableism in general

VIDEOS AND PLAYLIST THAT WAS MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO:

(7:18) All About Ableism/WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Part 2)

(6:22) All About Internalised Ableism/ [What You Need To Know] Part 6 Series 1

5:15 ) Anxiety Disorders - Help Central

(5:56) Self Identity & Self Esteem in Autistic Children, Teens, & Adults/How YOU CAN Help

(4:30) Friendships & Socialisation Help Central

Socialization/How do I prepare myself for social situations? {2018]

( 4:03 ) Shapeshifting in female Aspies how & why they do this?

( 4:53 ) Aspergers Syndrome & Meltdowns/Sensory Overload/Tantrums & more.

(4:54) What an Autistic Shutdown feels like for me!

( 2:40) Autistic Females And Masking [2018]

(10:18) An Autistic Perspective of Autism & Executive Function along with EF Hacks [2019]

(15:43) Stimming Help Central Playlist
(13:54) To Tell or NOT To Tell

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Mar 14, 202325:36

25 Examples Of Ableism To Avoid As An Ally To People With Disabilities

#25examplesofableismtoavoid #ableism #peoplewithdisabilities There will always be ableist remarks that are still fairly common and are commonly said to people with disabilities and that it feels like kicking someone when they are down. Since at least one out of five people will become disabled in their lives —and ableism is still largely unaddressed and unknown — if you are the loved one of someone with a disability, you will want to be aware of how to proceed with compassion. Here is a list of 25 examples of ableism so you can be a good friend / medical practitioner/family member etc and avoid the harm ableism causes. So, I'm going to share with you at least 25 common examples that are being done by people who are ableist and not knowing that they are doing and hopefully this video will at least make you think twice about what you're doing to people with a disability hidden, mental or physical. We need to be mindful of others. So, here are a few do's and don'ts if you will to keep in mind when being around people with a disability. VIDEOS AND PLAYLIST TO WATCH FROM THIS VIDEO: (1:59) ALL ABOUT ABLEISM/WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (PART 2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GleGlfU34&t=72s (2:21) What NOT TO SAY & DO VS WHAT YOU CAN SAY AND DO TO... https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4ncKjjwY3XQZ9CfvmIR59X (4:42) Pet Peeves/Misconceptions for people with Anxiety Disorders [2018] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GSr_8PHQI0Z (13:18) Celebrating Autism/ This is Who I AM & WHAT I AM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kcPnDnU4co (13:55) Approval or confirmation needed or required (Validation) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQt9LeeJ-FA (15:08) Aspergers Syndrome & Meltdowns/Sensory Overload/Tantrums & more.. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7dZgDMPm6czbrWLXogBvUK (16:50) Friendships & Socialisation Help Central https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ5FRKGUeYX9bZc7ENxkNhbD Thanks for watching and your support! Special credits to: Images: The stars burst in my intro belongs to the owner Lala and then link her channel IMAGE: Subscribe+Notification Bell+Social Media Greenscreens! Credit to: EDITINGHACKSBYLALA Channel Name: JanTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncv... Image from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4beP... Where to find her: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jantubehacks Instagram: https://instagram.com/jantubeyt Website: https://jantube.wixsite.com/jantubeblogs *ABOUT ME* Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world. So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1 OR More Mental Health Videos? Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My social medias of where you can find me: 🔴 Fa

Dec 14, 202220:18

Three Kinds of Ableism

#ableism #mentalableism #physicalabelism #aspieanswers

Before we dive into the complex and much-hidden concept of ableism, we all need to first understand the very basics of ableism. I did share with you all the very basics of ableism and what you all need to know based on my first video series of this which you can find here above me in the right-hand corner of the screen.

But in brief, ableism is defined by Wikipedia as, "discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities.” What does that really mean, though? Before we can get into that, we must first understand that there are 3 main types of Ableism, each regarding a different type of affected ability and each discriminated against differently. The three types kinds of ableism that were shared today were: Physical ableism, mental ableism, and cultural ableism.

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Dec 14, 202212:28

Ableism and Negative Attitudes and Beliefs

#ableism #negativeattitudesandbeliefs #stigma #stereotyping

An “ableist” belief system often underlies negative attitudes, stereotypes, and stigma toward people with psychosocial disabilities. “Ableism” refers to attitudes in society that devalue and limit the potential of persons with disabilities. Ableism is disablism (Brit. English), androphobia, anapirism, and disability discrimination) is discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities or who are perceived to have disabilities. Ableism characterizes persons as defined by their disabilities and as inferior to the non-disabled. On this basis, people are assigned or denied certain perceived abilities, skills, or character orientations. There are stereotypes, generally inaccurate, associated with either disability in general, or with specific disabilities (for instance a presumption that all disabled people want to be cured, that wheelchair users necessarily have an intellectual disability, or that blind people have some special form of insight). These stereotypes in turn serve as a justification for ableist practices and reinforce discriminatory attitudes and behaviors toward people who are disabled. Labeling affects people when it limits their options for action or changes their identity and self-worth along with their self-esteem.

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Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health.

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Dec 14, 202212:19

Brief History of Ableism and The Attitudes Towards Disabled People

#briefhistoryof #ableism #attitudestowardsdisabledpeople

Today, I talked a little bit about the history of ableism and where it all began. I also shared the three different types of models that are used in the medical field, the medical model, the social model, and the traditional model. I then shared my thoughts about this topic briefly.

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*ABOUT ME*   Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world. So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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Dec 12, 202219:28

Types of Ableism, Impacts of Ableism And What Can Be Done

#ableism #typesofableism #impactsofableism #solutions

I shared briefly the different types of ableism that we should know about or educate ourselves better on. You may have heard some of these terms for different types of this or not but here to share with you today about them and also the impact that it has on people with different disabilities. The one important one of the ableism types that I shared is benevolent ableism as well as sharing what the problem with this one is and how we can help others with different disabilities.

VIDEOS AND PLAYLIST I SUGGESTED WATCHING TO LEARN MORE:
(1:54)     Ableism Playlist   https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4cSqy18j-ZGm8RWy3vDQT6
(6:15)        All about Ableism/What you need to know (Part 2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GleGlfU34&t=3s
(8:48) Aspie Let's Talk/Why WE SHOULDN'T SUPPORT AUTISM SPEAKS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOdgoXz3pkg

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*ABOUT ME*
Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate/navigator of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world. So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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Dec 12, 202219:28

All About Internalized Ableism/ [What You Need To Know]

#internalisedableism #allaboutinternalisedableism #whatyouneedtoknow

OBJECTIVES
* What is internalized ableism?
*Why and how it happens?
*What can we all do to stop it or fight against it?

DISCLAIMER I'm no medical doctor as I'm your normal Jo Blogs. So, if you see anything out of the ordinary-past or present in yourself or your loved one, seek professional help or seek second opinion as I don't condone self-harm.

VIDEOS AND PLAYLISTS SUGGESTED BY ME: (6:22) Aspergers Syndrome & Meltdowns/Sensory Overload/Tantrums & more.. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7dZgDMPm6czbrWLXogBvUK
(7:37) Stimming Help Central Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ5uHWubHyUYcBAK_5t5Ud7o
(7:51) P2 The BIG Answers to getting rid of Intrusive Thoughts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27XSilMJse0
(12:28) Normal Request DECLINED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3YQKe3BWKQ

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*ABOUT ME*   Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world. So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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Dec 12, 202208:36

Destigmatising Autism Self-Diagnosis - PLEASE STOP

DISCLAIMER: I'm no medical doctor, I'm just your everyday Jo Blogs sharing my lived experiences, if you see any warning signs/symptoms I've shared in the past and/or present, do seek medical attention or advice.

Hi all,

I believe that we all have a choice and that the choice we make will determine the outcome of that particular choice. I believe that we should be able to be held to account based on our thoughts and actions and that we should lead by example. I believe everyone has a right to choose for whatever reason and/or purpose.

*ABOUT ME* Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.
So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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Dec 12, 202214:17

Coming to Terms with the Late Diagnosis of Autism as an Adult/Understanding our Diagnosis [Part 3]

DISCLAIMER: I'M NO MEDICAL DOCTOR, SO IF YOU SEE ANY SIGNS/SYMPTOMS, PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE OR A SECOND OPINION AS SOME TOPICS I'LL BE SHARING ARE BASED ON MY LIVED EXPERIENCES.

#howto #comingtotermswiththelatediagnosis #autismadult #aspieanswers

This is the final part of the series based on what I've shared with you all today and thought that as we know that it's really important for us all to get to see a doctor for whatever reason it may be. Once, we get a diagnosis this can be a relief and a weight off our shoulders.

Thanks for watching and your support!
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*ABOUT ME*   Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world. So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

  💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1

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Dec 11, 202217:12

Coming to Terms with the Late Diagnosis of Autism/Embracing your Diagnosis [Part 2]

#embracingyourautism #self-love #comingtotermswiththediagnosisofautism #aspieanswers

DISCLAIMER: I'M NO MEDICAL DOCTOR, SO IF YOU SEE ANY SIGNS/SYMPTOMS, PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE OR A SECOND OPINION - SOME TOPICS I'LL BE SHARING ARE BASED ON MY LIVED EXPERIENCES.

This is part two of the three-part series about the above topic that I am sharing with you all today I'm giving you some sound advice based on this topic and that I hope that you will find this useful.   We should all be able to accept ourselves and others around us that are different. Yes, it can be difficult for anyone living with any condition yet it's what we can do to make ourselves a better person.   Thanks for watching and for your support!

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VIDEOS/PLAYLISTS MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO
*What is Autism Spectrum Disorder https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osI44hfF-Ww
*High vs Low Functioning Autism-What is the Difference? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSmhWW4gZ1c
*DSM 5 & the NZ ASD Manual Playlist Series https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ410885hWwrshBsfIFbqvXC
*Should there be a cure for Autism? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbjMKpwbUWU
*AS DENIED- My Diagnosis story https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05GeIQn1gCU

*ABOUT ME*   Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world. So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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Dec 11, 202218:04

Coming to Terms with the Late Diagnosis of Autism as an Adult/Getting Support P1

#latediagnosisasanautisticadult #aspieanswers #autism DISCLAIMER: I'M NO MEDICAL DOCTOR, SO IF YOU SEE ANY SIGNS/SYMPTOMS, PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE OR A SECOND OPINION - SOME TOPICS I'LL BE SHARING ARE BASED ON MY LIVED EXPERIENCES This is the first part of the series based on the title as shared above. This one is covering the topic of getting support. It's a given that when we get diagnosed that many children will seek medical assistance and that ideally it's known that autism is diagnosed by when a child is 18 months old. However, it's not unusual to be diagnosed with autism as a teenager or an adult. This is particularly common with middle-aged adults who come of age before mental health professionals understood and accepted the autistic spectrum. If you've been diagnosed with autism at a late age, it can take some time for you to wrap your head around the diagnosis. Once you understand more about your diagnosis, it can be liberating and exciting to learn the reasons behind some of your behaviors and explore the welcoming and supportive community of autistic people. Here I am today, going to share with you all some tips and advice about this topic for you or your loved one that has autism so that we can together understand each other more. We are more than just having autism. There will be three parts of this yet will hope to try and keep it as short as possible. Let's begin, shall we? Thanks for watching and for your support! Special credits to: Images: The stars burst in my intro belong to the owner Lala and then link her channel IMAGE: Subscribe+Notification Bell+Social Media Greenscreens! Credit to: EDITINGHACKSBYLALA Channel Name: JanTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncv... Image from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4beP... VIDEOS & PLAYLISTS MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO: *AS DENIED- My Diagnosis story https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05GeIQn1gCU *Female Aspies Young and Old on the Spectrum https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2LD1qtv_FQ *Reasons why we should get a diagnosis (Autistic) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dry5YWXLgfc&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC&i *Shapeshifting in female Aspies how & why do they do this? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY4KtptF430 *ABOUT ME* Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome which is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate of autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, and mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve their understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world. So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos. 💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ53B9xfw8vgujCMNTYfKElC OR https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD1nCoeovTZ4XeDldvlfjfpdm9nkJhCc1 OR More Mental Health Videos? Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DnbwMrkIWg&list=PLD1nCoeovTZ7CQ6f3bKgWu9IpEwuXc3gb ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My social media of where you can find me: 🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/aspie.answers.2022/ 🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers 🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/ DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS: 💰 Patreo

Dec 11, 202222:38

MY ADHD JOURNEY [12 Sep 2022] [STORYTIME]

#adhd #aspieanswers #adhddiagnosis #storytime

DISCLAIMER/TRIGGER WARNING - I'm no medical doctor, if you see any signs and/or symptoms that I've mentioned in the past or present videos, do seek a medical doctor or second opinion. Or, some of the things I'm sharing with you are based on my experiences, and do take them with a grain of salt as well as also what I suggest as a way to help you may work for you but not for me and what may work for me not work for you. I would like us all to respect each other based on our decisions no matter what they are.

Welcome back, I am now sharing with you all the journey of my diagnosis as now I've been told by the accessor from SPELDADD Palmerston North that they are located in the Grand Hotel, Square Edge, Palmerston North, and the website is https://www.speladd.org.nz/ that it's now leaning towards the diagnosis of ADHD. This reassessment for my diagnosis was recommended by two people and they were Nick Stoneman from Disability Advisory Trust in Christchurch NZ you can contact him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NZDisabilityAdvisoryTrust and the other recommendation was from my connect at Manawhaikaha Palmerston North that's under MidCentral Health or Ministry of Health NZ and that their contact details are https://www.manawhaikaha.co.nz/

What happened during the time of my diagnosis she asked me a few questions as they do to get to the conclusion of what diagnosis it is,

who diagnosed me, when, what I do for my diagnosis (treatment and/or therapies), and what medications - do I take any?

I told her my views about medications and then did the three-hour assessment.

After the assessment was completed, she gave me a few recommendations based on my results completed.

VIDS RECOMMENDATIONS FROM MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL:

(1:31) AS Denied: AS Diagnosis- My Story https://youtu.be/05GeIQn1gCU

(9:38) Autism Diagnostic Criteria -DSM-5 Explained. https://youtu.be/Rd4DL-uuw-U

(9:22) Aspergers Syndrome Is No Longer A Diagnosis https://youtu.be/ShvdW8PALec

(9:52) ALL ABOUT ASPERGERS SYNDROME/WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW [January 2021] https://youtu.be/-daTAg6ioLE

(12:18) Medication: Side Effects/Ritalin - https://youtu.be/oKJTKNIvZMo

(13:02)Autism and Masking (Overview) [2018]//AspieAnswers https://youtu.be/Y7VkkmHHIrg

(16.38) Coming to Terms with the Late Diagnosis of Autism as an Adult/Getting Support P1 - https://youtu.be/TuetOnZv__s

(16:40) Coming to Terms with the Late Diagnosis of Autism as an Adult/Embracing your Diagnosis Part 2- https://youtu.be/I1hnmV9mzkI

(16:42) Coming to Terms with the Late Diagnosis of Autism as an Adult/Understanding our Diagnosis Part 3 - https://youtu.be/jry1n62d2JY

Dec 10, 202219:03

Autism Self-Diagnosis - Is It Valid? [August 2021]

So, you may have so many questions to self-diagnosing yourself based on the diagnosis that you suspect that you may have. Do you think is it worth it? Is it safe Why do people self-diagnose? Is it valid for getting an autistic diagnosis or even sometimes for mental illnesses? Many late-identified autistic adults choose not to seek a formal autism diagnosis, but is self-diagnosis of autism valid? It's a common question that many of us need to face in the journey to understand ourselves and what autism means in our life. You will have to watch/listen to my answer to this question. Enjoy. *ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people,

autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE) to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion.

To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to

the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to

learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

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Aug 31, 202121:21

Autism Self-Diagnosis -Is It Right? [August 2021]

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, so if you see any signs/symptoms that you or your family/friend or whoever is showing from the past or previous audios/videos, do seek medical attention/advice as I don't condone self-harm. In this episode today I covered a quick overview of what I shared in the last podcast which was the pros and cons of getting a diagnosis or not. This one covered a backstory of my diagnosis story along with also sharing what self-diagnosis is and what self-diagnosis isn't. Along with this, I shared also with you all my afterthoughts on this along with why people are opposed to self-diagnosis. *ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people,

autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE) to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion.

To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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Aug 27, 202133:08

Pros And Cons Of Seeking An Autistic Adult Diagnosis!

Have you ever wondered to yourself if you wanted to get the diagnosis and didn't know what to do or even knew that you had something that may have propped up as a formal diagnosis? Self-diagnosis is common among adults on the Autism Spectrum. While some receive a late Aspergers diagnosis, those who discover Aspergers/Autism for themselves don't always choose to follow up this self-discovery with an official diagnosis. Here today, I am officially sharing with you more about having it with the pros and cons to help you to decide is it worth it or not. As you're aware that most of the time, I do love to have lists to balance up the pros and cons of any given situation that I'm facing to come up with a possible solution. I hope that this helps you all today.

Disclaimer: I'm no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Blogs, so if you see anything out of the ordinary of the signs and symptoms that I've shared in the past or present, do seek a second opinion or advice. Also, as you've noticed that for many years that there have been so many different clinical terms that have been interchanged in the diagnosis field and I'll do my utmost best to not offend anyone especially those on the spectrum but my advice to you all is to ask an autistic to how they want to be called.

*ABOUT ME*

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and want to learn more about autistic people then consider subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... OR

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More Mental Health Videos?

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Aug 06, 202136:40

Is It Worth Getting An Autistic Self-Diagnosis?

Getting an adult autism diagnosis is fraught with uncertainty, and once you’ve had your "lightbulb" moment that you think you might be autistic, the first thing you have to figure out is “should I get assessed for autism?” There are many pros and cons to getting a late autism diagnosis, and while this video is not comprehensive, I talk about the various factors that might help you decide whether or not it’s worth pursuing an autism diagnosis in adulthood.

Disclaimer: I'm no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs so if you see anything out of the ordinary, do seek professional help or a second opinion from a medical specialist. There have been many clinical terms that have been interchanged for so many years so I'll do my utmost best to use the correct terms yet in saying that be sure to ask an autistic to how they want to be called.

*ABOUT ME*

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to the autism world.

💫More Autism Videos? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... OR

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

More Mental Health Videos?

Mental Health Awareness Playlist- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Dnbw...

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Aug 06, 202126:08

AUTISTIC DIAGNOSIS IN ADULTS

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

A lot of people are now having a late diagnosis of Autism and Asperger's Syndrome as adults. This is difficult for some people to know what to do after a diagnosis or how to get an autism diagnosis. So, I am here to help you out with the steps to take in getting a diagnosis. Resources/Sites to go to for help on services available in the UK: http://www.autism.org.uk/directory.aspx https://www.childautism.org.uk/ NZ: https://altogetherautism.org.nz/autis...

*ABOUT ME*

Hi. I'm Aspie Answers and I'm from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome which's now officially called autism or autism spectrum disorder from the DSM-5 the diagnosis was replaced in 2013. I make videos as an advocate, educator, navigator that's navigating through life with autism myself as well as mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. I share my lived experiences with autism and mental health along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistics, autistic families, or anyone to help improve the understanding of autism and mental health. I also create videos of my lived experiences to help EVERYONE improve their understanding of autism and mental health. This channel and moreso wherever you see me is focused on raising awareness and acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion as well as to try and change the attitudes and mindsets towards autism and mental health.

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Jun 08, 202122:40

Autistic Diagnosis in Teens

If your older or teenage child is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the autism diagnosis can help you get services and funding to support your child’s development. I also talked about the importance of diagnosis in teens and how you can do this with your teen for the diagnosis.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people,

autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE) to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion.

To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to

the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field, or just someone who wants to know more and want to

learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

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Jun 08, 202117:47

How to Spot Signs of Autism in Teenagers [Informational Guide, 2021]

Whether you're a parent or a high-school teacher, or a carer in the care of a teenager that you feel that they look, act and sound different. Chances are, you're probably right. The chances are, you may have noticed some "abnormalities" in a teenager. Some of it may just seem like social awkwardness, but maybe you've noticed some other odd behaviors in this teen, or it just feels to you like there's something more to this teen than the typical "social awkwardness". In some cases, a person in their teenage years may be autistic, and they weren't diagnosed as a child. Autism can be difficult for a teen to cope with, but it's not nearly as terrible as others make it out to be, and understanding why your teen is the way they are can help them - and you - be happier and be more at peace now that you have a diagnosis for your teen. I am here to give you some tips/advice on how to spot them as early as possible. The earlier the better so that you can get the best treatment, therapy, etc for your teen.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people,

autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult.

Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE) to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion.

To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, to educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those who are new to

the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field, or just someone who wants to know more and want to

learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

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Jun 08, 202132:46

HOW TO RECOGNIZE SIGNS OF AUTISM IN BABIES AND CHILDREN

Autism is a spectrum condition, meaning that there are many different ways your child may manifest, learn, or show, signs of autism across a wide spectrum of behaviors. The autistic child experiences disordered brain development that is typically demonstrated through difficulties or differences in intellectual ability, social interaction, nonverbal and verbal communication, and stimming (self-stimulation, such as repetitive movements). Although every autistic child is unique, it is essential to recognize the signs and symptoms as early as possible to secure early intervention services to help you and your child live life to the fullest possible. If you find any of the signs recognizable and that you suspect that your child does have autism, now is the time and chance for you to take them to a specialist. The earlier the better for prevention of anything else that may arise later on in their life. Living with autism for many of us is difficult at any stage and age of our lives. As we feel that we are just aliens to others around us.

There were four methods in how to recognise the signs as well as some tips and advice from a friendly Aspie to you all.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences along with taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE) to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

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Jun 08, 202120:37

WHAT DOES AUTISM LOOK LIKE

As we know that autism is a long-life condition and that it will be with us for life. Autism doesn't have a color. Autism doesn't have a race. Autism doesn't discriminate and that people still partly discriminate against us or exclude us from their everyday activities for whatever their reasons. Autism has always been known for being diagnosed in children and not adults as they miss out.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE) to improve understanding of autism and mental health.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those new to the autism world.

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

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Jun 08, 202116:15

WHAT DOES AUTISM LOOK LIKE IN A CHILD

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

In this one, I talk about what autism looks like in children and bear in mind that every child we bring into the world is special and unique. They have their hidden talents and traits.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those new to the autism world.

So if you are on the spectrum, know someone with autism, or are working professionally in the autism field or just someone who wants to know more and wants to learn more about autistic people then considers subscribing and turning on the notification bell to see all future videos.

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

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May 24, 202117:16

ACCESSING AUTISM IN YOUR CHILD [HOW TO]

Life can be challenging for autistic children at any given age, stage, and time while transitioning especially after being diagnosed with autism. The most important thing a parent can do is assess their child, have it diagnosed early in the child’s life, and find helpful and respectful treatment for the child. As they say the earlier the better you do this, the easier it is to find the right treatments and methods, etc for a child. The following video, the podcast is an informational guideline for assessing your child. You as a parent, you can begin assessing your child at home as early as one year old, but as your child ages and matures, the characteristics of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be more apparent earlier or later in life. There are two methods to follow and they are method one is observing and assessing your child and method two is looking for the signs of ASD. Method 1 Observing and Assessing Your Child and Method 2: Method 2: Looking for Signs of ASD.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ. I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism. I make videos as an advocate on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism, mental health experiences, and taking you all on a journey with me to help other autistic people, autism families, or anyone to help improve understanding of autism and mental health. Videos on autism and mental health from the perspective of an autistic adult. Sharing my autism and mental health experiences to help other autistic people and autism families (EVERYONE) to improve understanding of autism and mental health. This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those new to the autism world.

My social media of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

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May 24, 202119:11

RECOGNIZING SIGNS OF AUTISM IN BABIES AND CHILDREN [HOW-TO]

Autism is a spectrum disability, meaning that there are many different ways your child may manifest, or show, signs of autism across a wide spectrum of behaviors. The autistic child experiences disordered brain development that is typically demonstrated through difficulties or differences in intellectual ability, social interaction, nonverbal and verbal communication, and stimming (self-stimulation, such as repetitive movements). Although every autistic child is unique, it is essential to recognize the signs and symptoms as early as possible to secure early intervention services to help you and your child live life to the fullest possible. If you find any of the signs recognizable and that you suspect that your child does have autism, now is the time and chance for you to take them to a specialist. The earlier the better for prevention of anything else that may arise later on in their life. Living with autism for many of us is difficult at any stage and age of our lives. As we feel that we are just aliens to others around us. I discussed four methods in this and they were as follows: 1: Recognizing Social differences, 2: Watching for any communication difficulties and/or delays, 3: Identifying repetitive behaviors 4: accessing autism across the ages.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism and mental health as well as inclusion. To try and change attitudes and mindset towards autism and mental health, educate and advocate to people about autism and mental health for those new to the autism world.

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

DONATE TO THE CAUSE AND FUTURE PROJECTS:

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May 24, 202126:17

RECOGNIZING AUTISM IN YOURSELF - [HOW-TO]

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers.

If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa. So, please be considerate while I give you all my advice and/or tips.

Autism is an inborn, lifelong disability that affects different people in different ways. While toddlers can be diagnosed autistic, sometimes the signs aren't obvious right away, or they aren't understood. This means that some autistic people go undiagnosed until their adolescence or adulthood.

If you've often felt different but never understood why it's possible that you could be on the autistic spectrum.

In this podcast, this will be broken down into four parts to gain a better understanding and hopefully be easier to navigate through to what I am sharing with you all today. The parts are as follows: Part 1 Observing General Characteristics, Part 2: Scouring the internet, part 3: Confronting your misconceptions, and lastly part 4: consulting people you know. Let's begin this now, shall we?

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

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May 10, 202132:49

WHY YOU SHOULD GET A DIAGNOSIS [REASONS]

In this series of the episode of diagnosing vs. self-diagnosing, this one covers at least 8 or 9 reasons why you should get a diagnosis for autism but not just autism as this can be for any form of diagnosis that you're going for. These are only based on my opinions and experiences so please bear with me on this. Sure, getting a diagnosis of any kind can be scary and other mixed emotions yet it will be well worth it in the end.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

My social medias of where you can find me are as follows:

🔴 Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/Aspie.Answers/

🔴 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/AspieAnswers

🔴 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspieanswers/

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May 10, 202116:04

AS DENIED- MY ASPERGERS DIAGNOSIS STORY

DISCLAIMER: I am no medical doctor, I'm just your normal Jo Bloggs who's sharing her lived experiences with Autism that was called Aspergers. If you see any warning signs/symptoms that may be related to any of the topics I share as of in the future, please seek a second opinion or treatment with a medical professional. What I share with you in how I go about managing my autism will vary from person to person and that what may work for me, may not work for you and what will work for you may not work for me and vice versa.

In this part of the episode series, I talk just briefly about my diagnosis of Aspergers of how it happened, when, and what it was really like for me. Some people when getting any diagnosis it can be really scary, nerve-wracking, and more but then it can be for some of our relief so that then we know now that there is something that we can do about it by managing it every day.

*ABOUT ME*

Hello, I'm Aspie Answers from NZ.I have Aspergers Syndrome that is now clinically known in the DSM5 Manual of Diagnostics as Autism.

So if