A Conversation about Social Media. ~ Podcast ft. Differently Wired & The Bored Podcaster

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