Hello MN. I am hoping this doesn't descend and isn't taken as criticism as I know this stuff is sensitive.
I use MN as a refuge from real life sometimes; it's nice in places and I've found a couple of homes.
I'm autistic. A lot of my life has been spent being criticised and out of step with the majority. The neurodiversity movement (although not perfect and I am aware of the lack of meaningful recognition and inclusion in places within it of all presentations of autism) does at least start to say we are different not damaged or faulty.
I would really welcome some position on the regular threads which either identify undesirable behaviours as autism, or attract lots of 'autistic people are really hard work, run!' comments.
I've just had a post deleted for asking that people use the 'autistic people aren't great' support thread for partners as at least it's in one place (I appreciate I was frustrated and used a less nuanced term).
But I can't imagine this attitude being ok toward other protected characteristics or other cultures. It's really depressing and sad.
I know the obvious, easy answer is case by case/don't open threads but often it's not clear. And it's not nice feeling this attitude exists in a place I have been a part of for 15 plus years.
We had 'This is My Child' many years ago - time for 'This is Me'?