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Beyond Buzzwords: Rethinking Our Neurodiversity Discourse

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Emily Kircher-Morris chats with Emily Paige Ballou about the need for a more nuanced conversation around identity and support for neurodivergent individuals. They talk about the social model of disability, and the implications of public discourse on autism. They also explore the superpower narrative, and the importance of understanding both strengths and challenges of neurodivergent individuals. They touch on the cultural context of autism today, and critiques of the label of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).

TAKEAWAYS

  • Neurodiversity is rooted in the concept of biodiversity.

  • The term neurodiversity is often misused in mainstream conversations.

  • Disability is an inherent part of human diversity.

  • The superpower narrative can overshadow the challenges of neurodivergence.

  • Support must address both strengths and disabilities.

  • The social model of disability is a useful framework but has limitations.

  • Identity-related statements can be problematic and oversimplified.

  • PDA may obscure underlying issues rather than clarify them.

  • Public discourse on autism is regressing in some areas.

Click here to join the Educator Hub! If you're a teacher, administrator, school counselor, or parent of a neurodivergent student, this community is where you can share, ask questions, and find training that will help you along your journey. Please come join us.

Emily Paige Ballou is an AEA stage manager specializing in new plays and musicals based in New York City. She is also the co-editor of Sincerely, Your Autistic Child: What People on the Autism Spectrum Wish Their Parents Knew about Growing Up, Acceptance, and Identity (Beacon Press), a collection of essays offering insights from autistic individuals on self-acceptance and advocacy.

Emily has contributed writing to Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism, OnStage Blog, and has forthcoming work in Champagne Room Journal. Beyond her work in theater and writing, she is an avid hiker and a devoted Kansas City Royals baseball fan. Her personal reflections and essays can be found on her blog, Chavisory's Notebook.

BACKGROUND READING

Emily’s blog, Instagram, BlueSky

The Neurodiversity Podcast is on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you’re invited to join our Facebook Group. For more information go to www.NeurodiversityPodcast.com.

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275 episodes

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Content provided by Dave Morris and Emily Kircher-Morris. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dave Morris and Emily Kircher-Morris or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

Emily Kircher-Morris chats with Emily Paige Ballou about the need for a more nuanced conversation around identity and support for neurodivergent individuals. They talk about the social model of disability, and the implications of public discourse on autism. They also explore the superpower narrative, and the importance of understanding both strengths and challenges of neurodivergent individuals. They touch on the cultural context of autism today, and critiques of the label of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).

TAKEAWAYS

  • Neurodiversity is rooted in the concept of biodiversity.

  • The term neurodiversity is often misused in mainstream conversations.

  • Disability is an inherent part of human diversity.

  • The superpower narrative can overshadow the challenges of neurodivergence.

  • Support must address both strengths and disabilities.

  • The social model of disability is a useful framework but has limitations.

  • Identity-related statements can be problematic and oversimplified.

  • PDA may obscure underlying issues rather than clarify them.

  • Public discourse on autism is regressing in some areas.

Click here to join the Educator Hub! If you're a teacher, administrator, school counselor, or parent of a neurodivergent student, this community is where you can share, ask questions, and find training that will help you along your journey. Please come join us.

Emily Paige Ballou is an AEA stage manager specializing in new plays and musicals based in New York City. She is also the co-editor of Sincerely, Your Autistic Child: What People on the Autism Spectrum Wish Their Parents Knew about Growing Up, Acceptance, and Identity (Beacon Press), a collection of essays offering insights from autistic individuals on self-acceptance and advocacy.

Emily has contributed writing to Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism, OnStage Blog, and has forthcoming work in Champagne Room Journal. Beyond her work in theater and writing, she is an avid hiker and a devoted Kansas City Royals baseball fan. Her personal reflections and essays can be found on her blog, Chavisory's Notebook.

BACKGROUND READING

Emily’s blog, Instagram, BlueSky

The Neurodiversity Podcast is on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you’re invited to join our Facebook Group. For more information go to www.NeurodiversityPodcast.com.

  continue reading

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