Hi @RachSANECEO
Thank you for your understanding, empathy, respect.
Yes, ok compromise to have D initially, with clear explanation like you have done, maybe in brackets after the name, so inclusive for everyone, without having to look for reason why D is there, D is not neurodiverse affirming - so could convey not safe place. Over time can consider dropping the D.
The name/group is to support Autistics/ADH not harm, not hurt them everytime they see the word Disorder reminding them society, world negative views are more important than their authentic self. For mental health it needs to be safe, welcoming, neurodiverse affirming, trauma informed, respectful, empathetic.
'Autistics/ADHD (D disorder would like to remove, included currently in name so more people can find).'
Sane needs to role model being the positive, respectful 'change would like to see', otherwise reinforces negative stigma, invalidates people, hurts people, can convey 'talk the talk without walking the walk'.
People are suffering, dying. People are too important, precious to pretend to wait for society to catch up with being respectful, and not discriminate. Authentic, safe places people share about.
The first post could be about Disorder for education, and people can express their opinions. Newer people can be referred, linked to the post if it comes up in their post, comment.
@Jynx @Ru-bee
Thank you
Kind regards and Best wishes
Edit add @JollyRogers @Snaffle-Admin
