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The Ziggurat Group is honored to be a voice in the autism community — for over 15 years. Our mission is to increase acceptance and improve the lives of autistic individuals.
We would like to honor this month by sharing important FREE learning resources.
Respecting Neurodiversity and the Personal Experience of Autism in Assessment and Programming
Demystifying Girls and Women on the Spectrum
Strategies to Improve Mental Health Outcomes and Daily Life for Adolescents and Adults on the Spectrum
Kindly,
The Ziggurat Group (AKA Ruth and Barry)
www.zigguratgroup.com
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Image description: Autism Acceptance infinity symbol climbing the steps of the Ziggurat
05/04/2023
Thanks to our new friend Jillynn Garcia for this beautiful watercolor of the levels of the Ziggurat.
The Ziggurat Model is a neuro-affirming framework for developing positive strategies and supports for autistic individuals.
www.zigguratgroup.com
02/13/2023
Reinforcement is a sensitive topic. Reinforcement done well respects neurodiversity and increases skills that improve quality of life.
Understanding autism is key to using reinforcement respectfully and ethically. Reinforcement should never be used in a way that encourages unhealthy masking (denying one’s true self) or makes a person dysregulated, uncomfortable, or unsafe.
When using reinforcement, ask yourself, “Is this skill important for this individual and does it respect their neurodiversity?” Used in a KIND way, to work towards a goal that positively impacts that person’s quality of life, it can be constructive. When reinforcement is used strictly to manipulate and control, without regard for neurodiversity, it is unethical and can be traumatic.
Respectful reinforcement is essential for ALL people – regardless of their neurology.
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