So I’ve read a few posts about Autism Awareness
Month. Some are positive, they say how much it means to make others aware of
autism. To show people that autism is not something to be scared of and to
break down the social barriers and negative stigma that surround it. Others,
however, talk of how annoying autism awareness month is to them.
One post in particular, 'Autism Awareness, Acceptance... Whatever' goes on to blast newspapers and reports that discuss autism in terms of it’s
causes. Stating that such stories, as I agree, should not be focused on.
Whether autism is hereditary, caused by birth trauma, or any one of a number of
different reasons. At the end of the day, it’s not the cause that needs talking
about. And as C. S. Wyatt says, such articles are just annoying.
Another point C S Wyatt adds ‘autism is a daily
reality not limited to a month or year’. The idea that one month can make others
aware of a lifelong condition. Is this enough time?
So what is it? A chance to make others aware of
autism and how it affects millions across the world, or, another excuse to name
a month after something that doesn’t really effect or help those it’s aimed at.
What do you all think?
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