Got the link of this Article from MLQ3's Blog.
It is understandable for the Autism Society of the Philippines to react that way. It's really quite offensive to label "autism" as something negative. I think, what heightened Mrs. Roco's statement as demeaning is the fact that she's an educator. She's expected to be more sensitive and knowledgeable of situations of special kids (since there are may Psychology Subjects and even SPED subjects for teachers).
It is understandable for the Autism Society of the Philippines to react that way. It's really quite offensive to label "autism" as something negative. I think, what heightened Mrs. Roco's statement as demeaning is the fact that she's an educator. She's expected to be more sensitive and knowledgeable of situations of special kids (since there are may Psychology Subjects and even SPED subjects for teachers).
I think, she has learned her lesson. The good thing, she admitted her mistake and apologized. We're all guilty of being insensitive. I think, the ASP will also get offended because I often use autism as point of reference for people who are quite hard to understand (I'm guilty).
Mrs. Roco still gets my vote. Admitting shortcomings is a plus point for a leader.
Meanwhile, link still from MLQ3' blog, anyone interested to attend the 3rd Philippine Blogging Summit? Friends, let me know if you're planning to come, join ako. :)
2 comments:
Is autism positive?
Since it's an illness, technically it's not. It's more of a special situation.
I missed to qualify what I actually meant by negative. I think autistics act differently as they aren't aware of the 'real world' contrary to Team Unity simply denying 'the reality'.
Did I make any sense?
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