Respecting Autistic Individuals Through Compassionate Words and Actions.
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| Title: | Respecting Autistic Individuals Through Compassionate Words and Actions. |
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| Authors: | Mathieu-Sher, Reva1 (AUTHOR), Green, Bridget1 (AUTHOR), Mcgoey, Kara2 (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Communiqué (0164-775X). Nov2024, Vol. 53 Issue 3, p24-26. 3p. |
| Subject Terms: | *School psychologists, *Autistic children, *People with disabilities, *Education of children with disabilities, *Autistic people, Social model of disability, Control (Psychology), Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 |
| Abstract: | This article discusses the importance of using compassionate language and actions when interacting with autistic individuals. It highlights the historical progress in disability rights and the power of language in promoting access and inclusion. The article explores the use of person-first language (PFL) and identity-first language (IFL) in referring to autistic individuals, acknowledging the preferences of the neurodiversity movement. It also addresses the challenges and complexities of shifting from PFL to IFL, emphasizing the need for practitioners to respect the autonomy and self-determination of autistic individuals. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of applying a compassionate care framework and prioritizing the individual's needs and preferences. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | This article discusses the importance of using compassionate language and actions when interacting with autistic individuals. It highlights the historical progress in disability rights and the power of language in promoting access and inclusion. The article explores the use of person-first language (PFL) and identity-first language (IFL) in referring to autistic individuals, acknowledging the preferences of the neurodiversity movement. It also addresses the challenges and complexities of shifting from PFL to IFL, emphasizing the need for practitioners to respect the autonomy and self-determination of autistic individuals. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of applying a compassionate care framework and prioritizing the individual's needs and preferences. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 0164775X |
