As technology and medicine continue to advance in our world, we begin to learn more about ourselves as humans and some of the things we deal with. The more we can learn about our bodies and minds, the easier interactions with each other become. This is very key and helpful when working with the mentally and physically disabled community.
Many times, we have seen high emotion situations become worse because someone with a disability is present and some parties may be unaware of this. Often times, this has to do with mental disabilities more than physical but either way, the lack of information can quickly escalate the situation.
One of the disabilities that this occurs with the most is Autism, especially since it is a spectrum that has varying levels of severity. I understand both sides as the individual has been startled, their routine is disturbed, and they are confused but at the same time, a cop has someone not responding to their orders in a tense situation.
Have You Heard Of The New Autism Awareness Program In Kalamazoo?
It’s a lose-lose for both parties that can quickly get out of hand. Luckily, this has been something that officials are looking for ways to improve and minimize risk. The Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office has introduced an Autism awareness program where officials will be providing decals to homes and vehicles to notify officers that an Autisitic child may either be in the home or car…