Meet My Autistic Brain
How AI Benefits Autistics
May 28, 2024
Dr. Angela Lauria, advocate for neurodiversity, discusses how AI benefits autistics in writing. She shares her journey as an autistic writer, emphasizes the importance of fair compensation for unique voices, and explores the use of AI for efficient writing. The podcast also highlights the parallels between the Deaf President Now movement and autism.
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Quick takeaways
- Embracing autism as a culture fosters celebration of uniqueness and joy.
- AI-driven writing tools enhance accessibility for neurodivergent authors, promoting inclusivity in literature.
Deep dives
The Journey from Masking to Self-Discovery
Angela Loria discusses her experience of masking throughout her professional life, emphasizing how cognitive behavioral therapy taught her to mask effectively but led to a catastrophic burnout. She reflects on the shift from a medical model of autism to a social model, which helped her rediscover her authentic self beyond the need to conform.
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