The TRUTH Behind #ActuallyAutistic

Some people describe "Actually Autistic" as a political group, others as a fashion and some even regard it as a threat. So what is it and what started it? What is the truth behind #ActuallyAutistic ?
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[GordonHudson]

As a former chief exec of a charity I applied to two autism charities who were advertising for trustees. Those are volunteer positions. Both said they would get back to me but never did. I think this is a significant issue. There are very few autistic people working for, or leading, organisations that claim to speak for autistic people.

[RaunienTheFirst]

It reminds of when right-wingers ask who's "behind" antifa. No one? It's not an organisation, it's an idea people collectively get behind and use to identify others who share their views. Some people can't comprehend the notion of people just agreeing to do things without there being some directing force ordering or paying them to do it. Which is a bit sad, really. Reflects how hollow their own lives must be.

[NotAyFox]

In the past 6 months, the more I follow #ActuallyAutistic content on social media, the more I got frustrated. This is a good time to pick up the pace and continue to fight for acceptance, but I'm currently in burnout and had to take a step back from all the chaos. But I will be back and try me best to build bridges of neurodiversity. I hope you can keep at it as well. Your experience and wisdom is greatly needed and appreciated.

[MrAndywills]

Late diagnosed #ActuallyAutistc and proudly so. After years of being labelled defective, wrong, on a different planet, thick, stupid, a lunatic and being marginalised, ostracised/excluded, being talked over. I am my neurology.

[robertjohnburton]

Oh boy, this triggered me. I have been harmed by liars and self-serving monsters. In the middle of the night they come hunting in my head long after they did their damage. I have little support. Good video

[AutisticLed]

Echoing others, I really engage with this content because it is clear, calmly delivered and both collaboratively and authentically informed. Great content. Thank you.

[Stormbrise]

Great video! Thanks! I am autistic also, and I do not need to be cured!

[maureenbray]

Clear, interesting, informative and authentic as always

[REBEKAHJOHNSON-lhxh]

Wednesday is my diagnosis day!! Can’t wait!!

[autiejedi]

It's a shame there's no Home Office for complaints! LOL
Thank you Quinn 💜
BTW still really enjoying the super soft and comfy t-shirt. 🙂

[kieranwhitford]

You've earned yourself a new subscriber, friend! 😎

I was formally diagnosed at age 3, and I've recently started using #ActuallyAutistic to market myself among friends, family, and prospective clients as a self-advocate.

You don't see many Autistic owned businesses here in Canada since the support systems in place are lacking, and the diagnostic criteria is still dated as hell.

I started embracing my entrepreneurial spirit since my knack for problem solving and thinking outside of the box has persisted since I was a child. This is why I started my own business and working out by myself!

I do agree with you on the issue of #ActuallyAutistic has seen its fair share of gatekeeping and bullying in response to its growing trends on social media. Ignorance is bliss, sadly. 😑

But hey, I'm happy to shine a light on this issue and educate others on the myths and misconceptions about Autism!

Keep up the great work! Glad to know I'm not alone in this pursuit of understanding! ✌️

[sh]

Destroyer of lives has a nice ring to it

[BXLrules]

Youre also someone who has created a ton of content extremely valuable to me and many others.

[Alien_at_Large]

I am #ActuallyAutistic. I suspected for a long time, but was not diagnosed until several months ago. I never said that I was autistic before I received the diagnosis, because until then, I didn't know.

[kuukiosu]

crazy that a video like this needed to be made

[mrsm]

Very interesting, as always. Thank you 😊

[MaryKDayPetrano]

I'm autistic, and no one ever listens to me. I've been treated really, really bad by so many people and it's because I'm autistic.

[Pro-Diletante]

HOLY FREAKING COW ITS A MURDER HORNET OMG OMG 😱 💀 SOME HELPPPP most animals hibernate during this time it’s such an anomaly

[jennier]

Recently dx‘d and my head is spinning about being #ActuallyAutistic - so thank you for this video.

[aspiechan]

I’m #ActuallyAutistic and proud to be autistic! When someone says that I am broken or a burden, I make their lives hell.