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Podcast: Psych2Go On the GO
Episode: (FIXED) 5 Things You Don't Know About Autism (Part 1)
Description: 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 al...