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Special needs :Do I have the right to be myself
Oct 16 2009, 6:46 AM EDT
An Aspergers perspective. Hi I'm Gyro and I have Aspergers.& I at times display some weird mannerisms such as rocking, ticcing,and Tapping to name a few. There is a general misconception that these behaviours are just merely impulsive and have very little meaning but for me they are vital counter measures which helps me to hold myself together. As a child Teachers and Teacher aides alike can sometimes try to remove some of these counter measures because they are often seen as socially inappropriate. This is often not for my sake but their need to have them removed from there own fears.of what other people will think.For this reason there is often no attempt when removing the behaviour to replace it with an alternative. The result is a rise in anxiety levels and a possible deterioration of behaviours. This often starts off with big blow outs at home. In New Zealand we place a big emphasis on different cultures. But what about ours? Out of curiosity I would appreciate a post from Youth law and what they think about this issue Gyro812. Do you find this valuable? |
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1. RE: Special needs :Do I have the right to be myself
Feb 25 2010, 8:50 PM EST
You absolutely have the right to be yourself. The very mannerisms you describe above are part of who you are and your self. Of course you are not your mannerisms and people need to be able to accept difference and diversity. No doubt many people act with the best intentions but are guided by misconceptions. Clearly more research and education is required. This is made all the more difficult by divergent views and opinions about aspergers itself. The disability sector is growing in influence and we can only hope this effects some change
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