June 18th marks Autistic Pride Day, an observance aimed at reducing discrimination and promoting acceptance for people with this neurological condition.
It is about raising awareness and sensitizing the population about neurodiversity, highlighting respect, support, and non-discrimination.
Origin of Autistic Pride
The creation of Autistic Pride Day in 2005 was an initiative of the group Aspies For Freedom, a non-profit organization that fights for the rights of autistic people.
With this, it aims to achieve positive changes and raise awareness in society regarding people’s prejudices towards Autism, joining the efforts of other organizations to commemorate this anniversary.
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What is Autism?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is not a brain disease or a disability. It is a permanent condition or disorder of neurological and genetic origin, which begins in childhood.
It consists of a set of alterations that affect child neurodevelopment, impacting the individual’s social, communication, and behavioral skills.
Since 2013, the term Autism was modified to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), which includes three disorders:
- Autistic Disorder.
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified.
- Asperger’s Syndrome.
How is this world day celebrated?
In the celebration of this world day, various educational, informative, and awareness-raising activities (in-person and virtual) are carried out, such as workshops and conferences, as well as recreational events with the communities.
You can find additional information about autism in the following articles:
- World Autism Awareness Day.
- International Asperger’s Syndrome Day.
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