What impact does social media have on society, Neurodivergent people, and the Autistic community? How can we use social media responsibly while mitigating the negative effects? Adam, Jaden and I explore these questions in our new podcast. Watch it below!
DISCUSSION POINTS
- The Dangers of Misinformation
-> Misinformation vs. free speech - The Flaws of Social Media Platforms
-> Trolls and censorship - The Insular Nature of Online Groups
-> Groups can be beneficial for particular types of people, but can also isolate them from alternate perspectives - Autistic Community vs. Parents of Autistic Children / Neurotypicals
-> Online discourse often lacks nuance
-> Both autistic advocates and parents are held to impossible standards - Social Media is Only a Highlight Reel, Not Reality
-> Impacts on mental health
