Autism Evolves

World Autism Day 🧩

What better day than this to read this poem ❤

The Misunderstood Child

I am the child that looks healthy and fine.
I was born with ten fingers and toes.
But something is different, somewhere in my mind, And what it is, nobody knows.

I am the child that struggles in school,
Though they say that I'm perfectly smart.
They tell me I'm lazy -- can learn if I try --
But I don't seem to know where to start.

I am the child that won't wear the clothes Which hurt me or bother my feet.
I dread sudden noises, can't handle most smells, And tastes -- there are few foods I'll eat.

I am the child that can't catch the ball And runs with an awkward gait. I am the one chosen last on the team And I cringe as I stand there and wait.

I am the child with whom no one will play -- The one that gets bullied and teased I try to fit in and I want to be liked, But nothing I do seems to please.

I am the child that tantrums and freaks Over things that seem petty and trite. You'll never know how I panic inside, When I'm lost in my anger and fright.

I am the child that fidgets and squirms Though I'm told to sit still and be good. Do you think that I choose to be out of control? Don't you know that I would if I could?

I am the child with the broken heart Though I act like I don't really care. Perhaps there's a reason I'm made this way -- Some message I'm sent to share.

For I am the child that needs to be loved And accepted and valued too. I am the child that is misunderstood. I am different - but look just like you.

This past year has been very stressful for many of us. For someone on the autism spectrum, the chopping and changing of their daily routine can cause a lot of anxiety and stress. Plus, not being able to spend time going places and seeing their family and friends can cause great upset. Help is available

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We need to ensure we are supporting those who find it difficult to speak up for themselves. The long term impact is yet to be seen 😢

We need better strategies to support autistic people as the COVID-19 crisis continues | Spectrum | Autism Research News Interviews with autistic people reveal that many miss their friends and opportunities for social connection, in stark contrast to orthodox views that they have little social motivation and prefer a life of self-isolation.

Not every star in the sky can be seen - it doesn’t mean it’s not shining brightly ✨🌟

There’s not one definitive behaviour that ‘makes’ someone autistic. Everyone is unique - just like everyone else!

💜 This is a great graphic explaining the autism spectrum

The spectrum is infinite and intricate. 🙂

Very accurate account of the special needs journey! 🙁

This is painfully accurate... but also wonderfully accurate.

There is definitely something to be said for the solidarity that I have seen in the special needs community. 💞

Anyone else relate?

You are unique - just like everyone else 😀

These are not always easy to diagnose so this is a good wee infograph to help explain them 🙂

This may help some schools see the connection and look at the whole child. All 4 of these areas include the need for executive function skills. The word "math(s)" varies around the world. It is hard to fit every item onto 1 graphic. We like this simplified version that should encourage people to learn more.
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If you want to know absolutely everything about a subject/object/topic/theory ASK someone with autism who has a passion for it! At athletics we would ask an autistic athlete what train to get as it was quicker to ask him than google it. He knew the times, the stops, alternative routes - you name it he knew it. 😍

Many of our human rights have been removed under the guise of the covid-19 threat. Changes to disability rights are being discussed next week so if you have any questions, see link below. Stay safe ❤️