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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.

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 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 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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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.

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 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 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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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 today's Aspie's vlog, I will be discussing the symbol for Autism, or more specifically its history and what people think of it. Is the puzzle piece still a fitting symbol for Autism, or is it perhaps time for a new symbol to step in? Let us know what you think!  What comes to your mind of the word Autism and Autism Awareness as well as Autism Acceptance? There have been many controversies over many years now about what the logo should be for representing Autism. There have been some discussions in the groups I have been on Facebook for quite some time about this as well as if it should be "Autism Awareness" or "Autism Acceptance". For many of us in the groups have agreed that it should be all about  Autism Acceptance. You see that this puzzle piece along with one of the puzzle pieces that are colourful is usually colourful or just and out on its own as a blue piece has been a popular logo that has been used and you would think that everyone is happy with it, right? So, I did a bit of my own research and digging about the Autism puzzle logo/symbol as well as a little bit of history and origin along with other logos that have been used.  Autism Spectrum Diversity Group on Facebook said: "We here at Autism Spectrum Diversity are taking a different approach towards World Autism Awareness Day. We do not approve of the light-it-up blue campaign which was founded by Autism Speaks. The reasons are simple, Autism Speaks believe that autism should be eradicated which installs an idea that we are somehow broken or faulty, this is very damaging to people who are autistic and the autism community. We are not broken, we are human and we all have a heart. We can either light it up blue for Autism Speaks who do not speak for autistic's, or we can Light It Up Gold For Autism Acceptance".    In the end, I believe symbols are important, just as words are. The symbol we choose to represent ourselves should reflect our values. I would like to open up a discussion for you all that are interested to share your thoughts/opinions based on the Autism Puzzle piece or any other logos that can be good for symbolizing Autism Awareness or does it need to be changed? If you think that it should be changed what symbol logo should we use to represent our community? 

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 few days ago on April 2nd was World Autism Awareness Day, but should we really be focusing on autism awareness in 2019,  or is it time for acceptance? Do I 'Light It Up Blue?' What do I wish for this special month? What is more important to me?  Today I talk about some of the complicated feelings that I have each year on April 2nd as an Aspie.  I think that April can be an important month for Autism. But I also think that we need to approach it carefully. Please bear in mind to what I share in this video are based on my own thoughts, opinions and experiences and that I hope that we can respect each other's opinions and much more here as I've always shared before that I am willing to accept everyone's differences of who and what they are etc.

*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 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 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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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.

*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 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 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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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.

April is Autism Month and you may have seen the hashtag #AutisticGold​, but what is Autistic Gold? As part of #ActuallyAutistic​ voices reclaiming #WAAD2020​ with moments such as #RedInstead​ and #OurGoldenMoment​, this phenomenon goes deep into the heart of autistic pride, and what it means for us personally to be on the spectrum.  This video explains the concept and why thinking about Gold is such a great way to understand autism. When we discover autistic gold, we have the power to heal a broken world!

*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 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 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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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.

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

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:

💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AspieAnswers 

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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.

This month of April as like every year is Autism Awareness and Acceptance month for many of us autistics. There is some conversation going on to what we should have this month to be called. I believe that there is already an awareness of people who has autism and that others are aware of this. I feel that there needs to be more accepting of others with autism. This month should be focused on more acceptance and or accepting of others that are different and basically, it should be every month not just April like any other holidays and/or celebrations that we celebrate together. The negative focus of autism awareness campaigns can take a toll on autistic people's mental health.  Not everyone recognizes the difference between a positive and negative campaign about autism. When you see someone supporting a harmful campaign, you may not be sure how to reach them. While not everyone is open to being convinced, many people are willing to listen if you approach them in the right way and with kindness. So, I am going to be real short and brief about this with a few steps to guide, assist you all this month. 

*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 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 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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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.

It's time to talk about a topic where the wording is very crucial. I debate that has been going on for many years now and makes us rethink some of the things we say to celebrate Autism in April. As we know that these two terms have been used many times and interchanging. What is the difference between Autism Awareness Month and Autism Acceptance Month?

*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 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 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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A quick post about Autism Awareness month is something to think about. Parents need to be aware that Light it up Blue was created by Autism Speaks, an organization many Autistic people have issues with. Therefore, a lot of Autistic people do not support Light it up Blue for Autism Awareness month. This is also why on social media you'll see Light it up Gold, Light it up Red, and a range of other "Light it up" colors. These are all alternatives to Light it up Blue created by actual Autistic people.

I talked a bit briefly about the history of Autism speaks and its mission or visions for the next ten years that they hope to achieve. A second issue about Autism awareness month, for many Autistic people, is exactly how and what is positive awareness of Autism from our perspective. 

It's a sad thing that many actual Autistic people want to run and hide during Autism Awareness month. Or feel saddened, frustrated, or even angry. 

Why this reaction from us? Because all too often Autism Awareness means awareness of negative aspects of Autism. Awareness of how challenging Autistic people are to raise. Awareness of the perspective of NT people who have us in their lives. All too often for us, the ideas promoted about Autistic people in Autism Awareness month do not feel like ideas of positive acceptance of Autism.

If you're going to support Autism Awareness month, please think about what we as Autistic people might want the world to know about us.

 Please promote our strengths, promote all that is positive with our difference, and why we add value to society. Be aware that Autism Awareness month has a historic background of creating further public awareness of how difficult life is for those who raise or support us. Please be aware that Autism acceptance month can be emotionally conflicting for Autistic people. You see, you can be aware of something and not accept or embrace it. Awareness means you know something exists but you can still choose to ignore it, remain ignorant regarding it, outright reject it, and have a negative attitude towards it. Acceptance, however, is about embracing it, it is about understanding, inclusion, empowerment, and non-discriminatory attitudes being upheld.