47 min
Ep93 - Beyond Labels: The Impact of 'Disability vs. Difference' Language on Neurodiversity Enlightening Motherhood
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Tune in to Enlightening Motherhood as Emily Hamblin sits down with Melissa Jacson, a passionate Neurodiversity Advocate. In this thought-provoking episode titled "Beyond Labels: The Impact of 'Disability vs. Difference' Language on Neurodiversity," Melissa delves deep into the pivotal discourse surrounding how we label and understand neurodivergent individuals.
From her personal journey to the broader implications of the terms 'Disability' and 'Difference,' Melissa offers a fresh perspective on a debate that's gaining traction. Why is there a shift in labeling neurodiversity as a disability on social media? What are the potential repercussions of such labeling?
Unpacking the nuances, they discuss the two main objectives driving this shift: addressing the challenges faced by the neurodivergent community and the potential ableist undertones in the transition from "disability" to "difference." With an insightful look at the future of neurodiversity advocacy, this episode is a must-listen for those wanting to deepen their understanding and foster inclusivity.
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Connect with Melissa:
Podcast: Reframing Neurodiversity
Website: https://www.theneurodiversityadvocate.com
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Connect with Emily Hamblin:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enlighteningmotherhood
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnlighteningMotherhood
Website: https://www.enlighteningmotherhood.com
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Tune in to Enlightening Motherhood as Emily Hamblin sits down with Melissa Jacson, a passionate Neurodiversity Advocate. In this thought-provoking episode titled "Beyond Labels: The Impact of 'Disability vs. Difference' Language on Neurodiversity," Melissa delves deep into the pivotal discourse surrounding how we label and understand neurodivergent individuals.
From her personal journey to the broader implications of the terms 'Disability' and 'Difference,' Melissa offers a fresh perspective on a debate that's gaining traction. Why is there a shift in labeling neurodiversity as a disability on social media? What are the potential repercussions of such labeling?
Unpacking the nuances, they discuss the two main objectives driving this shift: addressing the challenges faced by the neurodivergent community and the potential ableist undertones in the transition from "disability" to "difference." With an insightful look at the future of neurodiversity advocacy, this episode is a must-listen for those wanting to deepen their understanding and foster inclusivity.
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Connect with Melissa:
Podcast: Reframing Neurodiversity
Website: https://www.theneurodiversityadvocate.com
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Connect with Emily Hamblin:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enlighteningmotherhood
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnlighteningMotherhood
Website: https://www.enlighteningmotherhood.com
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Worried about your kid's emotional development? Wish there were an easier way to help them learn emotional intelligence? There is. Introducing Emotionally Intelligent Kids, a brand new space to connect you with videos, printables, worksheets, activities, games, and more to help take the stress and overwhelm out of helping your child develop emotional intelligence.
Register today and lock in the founding member's rate of just $7/month! https://enlighteningmotherhood.com/kids
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/enlighteningmotherhood/message
47 min