Language and Identity
Eric emphasizes the importance of using identity-first language when referring to autistic individuals, arguing that terms like "high functioning" and "low functioning" can diminish their experiences. He advocates for a shift towards "high support needs" and "low support needs" to better reflect individual requirements. The conversation also highlights the need for self-advocacy and the potential disconnect between labels created by non-autistic individuals and the true experiences of those on the spectrum.In this clip
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