Neurodiverse Students Shouldn’t Be Forced to Betray Their Authentic Selves to ‘Fit In’

Laurie Rose explains why teaching social skills that center neurotypical people harms autistic and other neurodivergent students.

Published first here: https://themighty.com/2022/01/social-skills-training-can-harm-autistic-students/



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