Some teachers just have a knack for working with autistic children. Other teachers do not have it.
Temple GrandinRead
What would happen if the autism gene was eliminated from the gene pool? You would have a bunch of people standing around in a cave, chatting and socializing and not getting anything done.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that eliminating autism could hinder creativity and productivity in society.
Temple Grandin's quote highlights the importance of neurodiversity, suggesting that individuals with autism contribute unique perspectives and skills. It implies that without these differences, society may become stagnant, as creativity and innovation often arise from diverse ways of thinking and problem-solving.
Themes
AutismDiversityCreativityNeurodiversityInnovation
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the value of different perspectives in a team project.
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If you have a 2 or 3 year old who is not talking, you must start an early intervention program. The worst thing you can do with an autistic 3 year old is to do nothing.
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