Autistic people and the cultural suppression of Autism

Autistic individuals often face societal hostility due to not meeting neurotypical standards. This has spurred the development of online Autistic cultures, offering respite from the outside world. Yet, these spaces are often invaded by neurotypical individuals who impose their culture, effectively colonising the autistic space. This cultural suppression is bolstered by ableism and autistiphobia. The post advocates for "Neurocosmopolitanism", a world that respects and protects the cultural spaces of such neurodivergent communities, acknowledging their birthright to exist.

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