Watch 5 Myths about Autism PART 2: https://youtu.be/myCNIuPZ5y4

Just over forty years ago, autism was first recognized as a distinct diagnosis in the DSM-III. Since then, awareness of autism has become widespread among the public and thankfully most of this has been respectful and positive. Unfortunately, there have also been unscientific myths about autism that exploit some people’s confusion and anxiety. These contribute to negative stigma and make it harder for autistic people to truly be understood and flourish in society. Have you fallen prey to any of these myths? There’s also a part 2 to this video with 5 more myths about autism.

Writer: Brian Cham

Script Editor: Vanessa Tao

Script Manager: Kelly Soong

Voice: Amanda Silvera

Animator: Sun Biscuit

YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

References:

Bennett, M., Webster, A. A., Goodall, E., & Rowland, S. (2019). Life on the Autism Spectrum: Translating Myths and Misconceptions into Positive Futures. Springer.

NASA Exoplanet Science Institute. (2021). NASA Exoplanet Archive. www.exoplanetarchive.ipac.caltech.edu/cgi-bin/TblView/nph-tblView?app=ExoTbls&config=PS&constraint=default_flag%20%3E0