corporations like banks , grocery stores , insurance companies , and a slew of others , don the rainbow to show their support for LGBTQIA2S + people .
Neuro-capitalism is an interesting thing , as I can go to any random supermarket and buy a stim toy if I needed one , but on the other hand , there is still little to no training of employees , management , staff on autism / adhd / bpd / ocd / tourettes .
Bringing awareness and fundraising for autism and neurodivergency is not a bad thing , but when the awareness revolves around outdated information and perpetuates stigma towards what autism is , then changes are needed .
The puzzle piece symbol is rejected largely by the autistic community for multiple reasons . . . it promotes the mentality that autistic people are incomplete or are missing puzzle pieces , and it treats autism as a disease that needs to be “ treated ” or “ cured .” ~ Bart Vulliamy
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RESOURCES
The Real Costs of Rainbow Capitalism
Autism Awareness Practice Patience T-shirt
The Ableist history of the puzzle piece symbol for autism
Perspectives on a puzzle piece
Identity-First Language
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