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This is redundant because [[The pathology paradigm]] exists, which is better imo because it's analogous to the neurodiversity paradigm | |||
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In the '''deficit model''', or '''medical model''', most diagnostic criteria for autism are framed as being deficits when compared to [[Allism|allistic]] or [[neurotypical]] people. Although outdated, this is still used by many psychiatrists. | In the '''deficit model''', or '''medical model''', most diagnostic criteria for autism are framed as being deficits when compared to [[Allism|allistic]] or [[neurotypical]] people. Although outdated, this is still used by many psychiatrists. | ||
Revision as of 00:30, 24 August 2022
This is redundant because The pathology paradigm exists, which is better imo because it's analogous to the neurodiversity paradigm
In the deficit model, or medical model, most diagnostic criteria for autism are framed as being deficits when compared to allistic or neurotypical people. Although outdated, this is still used by many psychiatrists.
