Autism-Open Access
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Empowering Neurodiversity -Developing services for neurodiverse young people with neurodiverse young people

2^nd International Conference on Autism

September 15-16, 2016 Phoenix, USA

Laura Battles Mbid

University of Stirling, UK

Posters & Accepted Abstracts: Autism Open Access

Abstract :

Neurodiversity is a concept where neurological differences are to be recognized and respected as any other human variation. These differences can include those â�?�?labelledâ�? with Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Dyscalculia, Autistic Spectrum, Tourette Syndrome, and others. Neurodivestiy is a movement that is growing particularly in relation to those within the autism community. In relation to developing services to meet the needs of neurodiverse young people we must consider the question, â�?�?who should be the authorâ�?�?? If services are to meet the needs of the neurodiverse mind then there must be an emphasis in co-authorship. A context of two worlds, that of the neurotypical and that of the neurodiverse mind, colliding, then shaping and growing a service is striking interest and enthusiasm, not only in the field of education but also in the field of business and the development of young entrepreneurs. Unfortunately in mainstream education, social abuse is widespread and inherent in many schools and the notion of social control, academic gain and cultural conformity leaves those standing outside of the box in an institutional no manâ�?�?s land. In bringing both worlds together we have an opportunity to empower those who are wired differently with those who currently set the rules. It will be with this collision that policy and practices can be shaped to ensure that both worlds are respected and understood and the same rights and privileges are offered to all young people within our society.

Biography :

Email: laurabattles@gmail.com