When Labels Matter: Impacts to Mental Health and Self Identity

Labels shape how we see ourselves and how others see us. While they can bring clarity and community, they can also oversimplify or stereotype. In this article, I explore the power labels hold and why it matters who uses them and how.

Callum Dixon

2 days ago5 min read

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Epistemic Violence: How the Search for Knowledge Has Harmed the Autistic Community.

Epistemic injustice has deeply harmed autistic people by dismissing their voices and experiences. This has led to widespread misunderstanding, stigma, and a mental health crisis marked by high rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide. Research often prioritized objectivity over ethics, excluding autistic perspectives. This blog highlights how Epistemic Violence has contributed to the mental health and suicide crisis the Autistic Community experience today.

Callum Dixon

May 2117 min read

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A Divergent Perspective

Hello, and welcome to my blog. This is a place where I get to share my thoughts, reflections and experiences as an autistic counsellor in the UK. Here you will find a mixture of personal writings, professional insights and musings on mental health and everyday life. This is a place for authenticity and open expression, offering a glimpse into my journey and ideas that inspire my work. Whether you are a client, a fellow professional or simply curious. I hope that there is something here that resonates with you.

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