UNB Autism Research Lab

Are you a late-diagnosed autistic adult looking to better understand yourself? This free self-directed course, "Discovering Your Autistic Identity," offered by Aide Canada, is designed specifically for individuals navigating autism in adulthood.

What you’ll explore in this course:
- Autism and identity in adulthood
- Reflecting on childhood experiences
- Rediscovering and embracing your true self
- Moving forward with confidence

Created by a self-advocate who was diagnosed as autistic in adulthood, this course offers an insightful, personal approach to self-discovery and empowerment.

If you or someone you know is on this journey, this course could be an incredible resource.

Learn more and start your journey here: https://aidecanada.ca/resources/learn/asd-id-core-knowledge/discovering-your-autistic-identity-a-self-directed-course-for-late-diagnosed-autistic-adults



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Inclusion Canada's new Barrier-Free Benefits program offers FREE one-on-one help to apply for programs like:

- Disability Tax Credit (DTC)
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- Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)
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- Other disability support programs

They can help you understand your options and apply, FOR FREE!!

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This is not about sunburn.

It's about trying to desensitise our kids to distressing sensory input.

We don't desensitise.
We educate.
We accommodate.

Yes?

Em 🌈

Based on conversations I've had with young people.

If you hate being autistic, then fair enough- your autism, your choice.

But if you hate being autistic because "kids at school bully me for it", "teachers judge me", "family members disapprove of me" or "I can't hold down a job", then I think it's helpful to know... those bullies, teachers, family members and employers LOVE the fact that you're blaming your autism rather than them.
Chris Bonnello - Autistic Author

[Two stick figures talking to each other- conversation reads:
“I hate being autistic because everyone bullies me for it.”
“That sounds more like a problem with them than a problem with autism.”
“What difference does that make?”
“An important one. If autism were removed from your life, the bullies would just find something else to focus on – or someone else. It would transfer the problem, not solve it. But if the bullies were removed from your life, you’d be a step closer to being the happy autistic person you deserve to be.”
“...Are you sure I deserve it?”
“Damned right. And you’re not alone, sadly. There are loads of autistic people who have been taught to hate themselves. When a confident person tells us there’s something “wrong” with us, we often believe them just because they look confident. But it doesn’t mean they’re right.”]