Lyric Rivera, The Neurodivergent Rebel - The Evolving View Of Neurodivergence In The USA | EP23

"We don't need a neurotypical saviour and a holistic saviour, whatever. We don't need you. We didn't ask you to save us. We need diversity and neurodiversity does serve this purpose."

In this episode of the Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott interview Lyric Rivera, a neurodiversity consultant and educator. Lyric shares their journey of self-discovery after being diagnosed as autistic and how it led them to create their Facebook page which now has 179,000 followers.

The conversation touches on the differences in perspectives and understanding of autism between countries, with the UK and Australia being more forward-thinking compared to the US, the harmful narratives and fear campaigns surrounding autism, the dangers of seeking to eradicate or 'correct' autism, the different rules and regulations regarding neurodivergence in the workplace in different states in the US and emphasizes the importance of including autistic individuals in research and decision-making processes.

Takeaways

• The UK and Australia are considered by Lyric as 'more forward-thinking' in their understanding of autism compared to the US.
• Including autistic individuals in research and decision-making processes is crucial.
• Many employers still lack understanding of neurodivergence and may not provide necessary accommodations. Neurodivergent individuals may face discrimination and challenges in the workplace, such as being denied reasonable accommodations.
• There are differences in Neurodivergence Laws and Workplace Accommodations in the US
• Neurodivergent individuals are constantly evolving and changing, and it is important to understand and embrace one's own unique experience.

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