The Superhumans That Exist Amongst Us | Khurram Sadiq | TEDxSevenoaks

Normal people do not like different
These words given by one of Dr. Khurram Sadiq’s patients sums up how people with #Autism Spectrum Disorder feel like. Today, 1 in 56 people are diagnosed with ASD and the male ratio is 4:1 to females. In this talk Dr Khurram points out why this ratio is actually 1: 1 and why women are in the same level of danger as men.
Dr Khurram Sadiq is a Clinical Lead Acute Care in Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and a Consultant Psychiatrist in Crisis Team Basingstoke. He is a Public Speaker, Blogger, Vlogger and a Leadership coach. This is the third TEDx talk of Dr Khurram, where he tells us the stories of #diversity in people’s life and the workplace, the challenges of raising a child with ASD and why
It’s not about knowing Autism, it’s about understanding Autism.
Connect with Dr. Khurram Sadiq on LinkedIn and KZbin @Dr Khurram Sadiq, Instagram @Fomosapien666 and Facebook @Khurram Saadiq
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Dr. Sadiq is a Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Lead for Acute Psychiatric services in Mid-North Hampshire and an expert in ASD and ADHD across all age groups.
His niche areas are social media and mental health, gaming and mental health and compassionate leadership.
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[@sarahyjames]

In my work I have met many Autistic women who were misdiagnosed with all kinds of mental illnesses over the years and felt lost that nothing was helping. It was such a relief for them when they finally received their Autism diagnosis because finally the world and all of their experience made sense. Sadly, the mental trauma and mistrust in the medical industry from years of misdiagnosis and ill-fitting treatments will take many years to work through. It is great that the understanding of Autism is growing so that next generations won’t need to experience this.

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

The diagnostic abilities are still very limited, there is a lack of skill set leading to misdiagnosis and no training is provided to upskill the workforce , the senior management of NHS is concerned as to how to tackle it and yet not making any inroads to tackle the issues ….

[@robinbrunel1696]

Some people will never truly understand what it's like to live with Autism but if they can at least learn to be accepting and show kindness that's a huge step in the right direction.

[@hollymarston]

I didn't know all the stuff about how the senses are affected, but it makes so much sense now why people with ASD become overwhelmed so easily. Imagine already struggling with something while there's some irritating sound that no one else seems to be hearing? You'd feel like you were going insane.

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Those with ASD has sensitive senses contributing to Sensory overload …

[@snakejohnson2740]

My mother works as a job advisor for people with disabilites and has many ASD clients. She always talks about what a joy it is finding work for them because they are so much more capable than anyone gives them credit for.

[@janetsplace1953]

she is doing very good work.

[@ironmercMike]

My cousin is on the spectrum, great talk sir!

[@xavierdistaple8620]

As I get older, friends who were ‘different’ are now being diagnosed with ADHD and Autism. They all see their diagnosis as an explanation for why they never quite fit and are relieved but are also sad that it took their entire life to get it.

[@janetsplace1953]

They shouldn't be Xavier, they/all of us have our own unique talent and purpose.

[@moreismerrier1524]

And Khurram is super human for this talk! Finally, someone saying it like it is. We love it!

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Thank you for acknowledging it!

[@aditikushwah5133]

My brother is autistic and he is 17 years old and whenever people bully him I just think why can't they understand he is special and even a way more better human than others !!

[@basilfaulty7643]

The awareness that this talk is prompting needs to be spread far and wide!

[@johnsondubois816]

yes it is

[@Carmaxxing77]

Wow, By far your best talk! Captivating and skilfully delivered. All your hard work paid off. Will go a long way towards increasing awareness of this very misunderstood condition.

[@leotencall]

“I don't know why people are so keen to put the details of their private life in public; they forget that invisibility is a superpower.” ― Banksy

[@addisonpassini]

For so long the idea was that people who were neurodivergent had to be trained and learn how to fit into the world. Now the dialogue has shifted and we, the majority, are learning that we are the ones who need to be trained in how to accept people who are like us. I feel this shift is a sign that humanity is evolving for the better.

[@adairamacdonald]

This got me thinking, really good talk, a must share!

[@oliviaelms-lester7960]

Brilliant talk - really informative, and very well delivered!

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Thank you !

[@candicetriley]

This is a very good talk, he is brilliant!

[@ninamenes]

This has made me stop and think, thank you Khurram for raising such an important subject!

[@coopertanner3201]

I appreciate that awareness is being raised about sensory and processing diversity in many people, and it is thanks to Autistic voices fighting for awareness and acknowledgment of their unique and brilliant view of life and the world. Thank you Dr. Sadiq for your work.

[@sameer5783]

As a person who saw your performance live, i can proudly say that watching it again online was just as superb. What i loved about this is that you have taught us to embrace our differences and respect those for who they are. This video really went into depth about the reality of ASD and how we perceive those with autism or as a wise man said “the superhumans that exist amongst us”.

[@audreylstamford]

Amazing

[@ronheslegrave9487]

Thank you for speaking for me about me!

[@myfavoritestuff]

I love that someone is advocating for people with ASD the way Khurram is!

[@zeequreshi1607]

A very informative and wholesome talk, it is definitely time for us as a community to start embracing the super humans that exist amongst us!

[@joopanders]

One in 56? That's so much more common than I thought, and the fact that that's only in those who are tested makes me think it's a lot more than that.

[@randubrown]

As someone who was diagnosed late in life, a female too, I appreciate this so much. I've always been incredibly honest and transparent and I genuinely believed something was wrong with me until I found a community that embraced me for all that I am. Thank you for this talk, it is so needed.

[@TangleDressDesign]

A brilliant talk. The world would be a much kinder and also advanced place if everyone saw Autism this way and enabled these people to flourish. Thank you for the difference you are making.

[@san-xm4uh]

Having got a front row seat for this session, it is truly a delight seeing it again here . The message is one which conveys the core 'it's about UNDERSTANDING Autism' and so wonderfully done too. Well done Dr Khurram.. So much more to learn from you!

[@jordyndejong]

BRILLIANT TALK!

[@hrehman5444]

Very impressive talk and well delivered with an important message that it’s not about knowing Autism but understanding it. Definitely one of your best talks so far 👏🏻👏🏻

[@avajayden1729]

Fabulously articulated explanation of the differing coping and processing types and why it's about acceptance.

[@ayshaadil6038]

gave me goosebumps - what every human wants (and deserves!) is to be seen .. and so many amongst us, go through life misunderstood and judged, put into boxes and restrictive labels ... thank you for enabling this change of lens, and a rethink on being better, doing better, especially by those that have been let down systematically ... a game changer for communities to recognise the innate potential that exists in our midst, to be able to nurture and enable them to their truest possibilities ... thank you, truly!

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

'Normal people do not like different' this statement gave me goosebumps and also sleepless nights thinking about it. change has to happen at a grass root level, communities, educational institutes, work places all inclusive ...Media can play a strong role which it does not choose to but I am glad to have started a movement where people around me whether be family, friends or colleagues do understand the concept and spot it, will continue to work towards replicating these models to infuse insight into our society ...

[@janiceglanders]

@@drkhurramsadiq8899 And you are leading by example, we need more of this, thank you

[@qasimshah3091]

A thought-provoking and well delivered talk. We definitely need more awareness on the super-humans among us

[@therealblackdynasty]

Just another reason why it's so important to treat people with compassion and empathy, you never know how the way they're able to process information is affecting their actions!

[@billyzwilliams]

Well done Khurram for spreading helping to spread messages like this. There are so many young people who need this kind of acceptance.

[@miatharlow]

This is the type of thing that helps bring acceptance into the picture, I've seen very few able to articulate the way this man does.

[@hubert-olszewski]

I worked with a man for six months without knowing he was on the spectrum until his last day. When I told him I had no idea and just thought he was a little kooky he was so happy he cried. If we just treated everyone with the same respect and allowances I think people with ASD would feel so much better about who the are.

[@faithcortellis]

Yes, yes so true

[@hubert-olszewski]

@@faithcortellis thanks

[@tterrydoyle]

True true, and others would realise how much we have to offer

[@janetsplace1953]

yes so true

[@scottzsanders]

How beautiful is the idea of changing early education and approaches so that all children are supported in their development rather than needing a label in order to be ‘appropriately’ managed.

[@naomiveritas]

The innovation that would create for future generations would be incredible

[@SyedShah-mh9re]

Perfectly delivered the core concept! More power to you doc

[@surasakwichairak]

Exceptional talk, thank you!

[@cyruslandon]

Thank you Khurram for bringing some awareness to this subject!

[@iqraiqbal1547]

Such a gush of fresh air, listening to this. You have a way with words; turning something we usually complicate and feel the need to ornate into simple yet deeply informative.

[@vardajesty]

Wonderful talk Khurram, I love this and will share withy friends and family!

[@jakebicknell9336]

Well delivered and important message!

[@sashkapalauzova1851]

Understanding matters to all of us. Its presence helps and its lack hurts deep. What a simple way to help each other. Please, look around and do it now, it might be late for someone tomorrow. Thank you for the good lesson!

[@ashithashyamkumarnair2924]

Well said! This was very informative.

[@tomdashwood9578]

This is why it's so important to acknowledge and be aware of mental health! If we increase acceptance for all mental disabilities the world would be such a nicer place.

[@miatta6299]

This is such and important talk, thank you Dr Sadiq!

[@naheedkhan8708]

Superb! Very informative talk with a loud and clear message " It's not about knowing Autism but it's about understanding".

[@AlfFieldArt]

I'm autistic. I don't feel superhuman. I just feel voided. ASD is not superhuman, it's a prison sentence in an elaborately decorated cage. This speaker means well, but ASD isn't a gift. Nor is it a curse. Autism is a repeating, cyclical tumbler of unending struggles.

[@rickyspiers6497]

Such a great message about understanding Autism. So important

[@zainqureshi1899]

Very informative, definitely worth the watch!

[@raphae-landres]

Brilliant! great TED talk.

[@miamay626]

It’s not about knowing Autism, it is about understanding Autism. This is a powerful message.

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Thank you !!

[@ammarsadiq7351]

A very well delivered session. It is the need of time, our community needs to understand and embrace the super humans among us

[@l_u_vlesson]

We are all superhumans when we need to be!

[@salmansami7463]

You rocked Doc … and very informative session and much need of the passing time … Pick of the session 1. It might be us and we need to know it 2. But it is not only knowing it is to understand it and accept it Bravo

[@iamsamfemia]

Such an important and good talk, thank you Khurram.

[@nelinavrijoni-avxhi6583]

I enjoyed every moment of this talk.

[@riccardobarbieri6434]

An amazing talk that really talks about the hidden problems of our society

[@ownerdestination9083]

An Amazing and so impressive session you are super human being....thank you so much for the lovely talk.

[@dante-cruz]

This is exactly the type of visibility ASD needs right now. So many people out there claiming to be on the spectrum in the same way they used to say 'oh I'm a bit OCD' like, no. You're not, and your behaviour is just making it more difficult for people who actually are.

[@smilingputin]

The part about girls not being diagnosed as easily made me think about a girl I went to school with who now, in our 30's, has been diagnosed with ASD and I wonder if things would have been easier for her if she had understood the way her mind worked.

[@hats716]

Very impressive and informative talk!

[@johnsonconnors4556]

Compassion, kindness and empathy! Towards everyone, especially those who can't necessarily control the parts of themselves that others might find weird or annoying.

[@deanrupe]

There is real truth in this talk...

[@farahmughal]

Thank you for this. Really needed to hear this. 😊

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

You are very welcome , I am very glad that it was of some help to you ….

[@mohammedelsankary857]

Very informative and well delivered video. 👌🏾👍🏾

[@thebrewmore264]

This guy just discribed me and my life to a T. After falling 25 ft. Broke my spine in 7 places including my C-1, split my sternum in half, broke 9 ribs and ripped open my carotid artery. Then woke up..got up and walked a half mile to my truck, then drove 8 miles for help. My brain refused to except the condition of my body. I’m not sociable at all, not married, but yet I’m a highly successful business owner and single father. I recover from my injuries and got a medical all clear at 9 weeks recovery. Every step of the way my brain willed my body to become whole. My survival odds were less than 1%. 5 ft of titanium later nothing stops me.

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Wow …. The will , the perseverance , is saviour in so many places it saved you , I am so glad you were able to resonate with what I said …

[@saroshsarwar2265]

Very impressive talk 👏🏻

[@magnusseverson]

Very true Khurram!

[@officialsefrey]

This is 100% correct! Better understanding would certainly lead to better acceptance and hopefully even appreciation!

[@6misslyss]

Appreciation for diversity in all the ways is so important!

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Embracing is the most important thing , better than acceptance …

[@franklinpgarner]

Brilliant!

[@theauthenticchilleddog]

Excellent! Thank you for this. I am so grateful that this is becoming such a popular discussion.

[@cruznow]

Yes, so we aren't looking to groups like Autism Speaks who are doing nothing good to help

[@angelabedard2317]

So clear and well delivered. I hope this talk reaches many people so that the conversations which open minds can happen.

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Thank you so much ! Please do share this with as many as possible..

[@charlottewebbnotthebook]

Many people criticize the increase in diagnosis rates and claim that it is all a big fraud. I believe it is because we are becoming more attuned to the full spectrum of how ASD presents and aware that the narrow version of what is ‘normal’ is being challenged. I am excited to see how the world will change for the better as Autistic people are encouraged to live true to themselves.

[@vtyJr]

Very true there is! Wonder talk.

[@tariqmohammad2894]

An impressive talk. Indeed it an under Dx condition and sadly the support that should be available isn't there. Your talks hopefully will bring more awareness in the community and more importantly to decision makers.

[@hughshotton8920]

I always feel such pain for the children I see struggling with over stimulation and the parents frustration and the vicious cycle that ensues.

[@sjihtraahfrohcs1524]

Thank you for taking a stand for us 🙏🏻

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Anytime !!🥰😌

[@nezzie463]

Absolutely everyone needs to watch this! Such an informative, thought provoking and powerful talk.

[@janetsplace1953]

yes it is!

[@anndibsdale]

Friends shared this with our group and I am in awe of his articulate and passionate manner. Very grateful.

[@keithmlawrence]

He explains this all so well, what a beautiful soul he has.

[@andrewfarason]

I'm really glad to see content like this, I think it's an important thing to be informed about

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Thank you !

[@isabelledanska]

Yes please more talks like this!

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

There will be more …

[@nighatshamim7589]

Very informative.. good job👍👍👍

[@coreystoker9128]

Such a great positive message on how to look at autism. I love the examples the describe how unique and how intimidating the world can seem to them.

[@MarieAtkinson-Brian]

Brilliant 😊

[@gabrieldmateo]

SUPER TALK 💪

[@festivusfred]

HAAA! true very true. Great talk!

[@shamid103]

Great talk about a condition not adequately understood even by professionals! Needs public awareness. Very well explained! Let’s put in our best to help masses to understand these “super humans”!

[@dennisdanilla]

He is brilliant and compassionate.

[@jabajaba7488]

‘Neurodiversity is a blessing’. It really is, but it doesn’t feel that way.

[@rubyguil4622]

Neuro-divergent people really are amazing! It might not be considered 'normal' but what's so good about 'normal' other than that that's what's accepted? I'd love to see a shift in thinking towards this guys perspective, would truly benefit everyone!

[@melrobertsreal]

What he says at 2:19 is just heart breaking.

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

‘Imagine’ …… unfortunately people cannot ‘imagine that’ …. People see what they want to see … the pain , the frustration , the misery …..

[@stutisingh8271]

Way to go, Khurram! Such a thought provoking and vulnerable message: to go deeper and understand the person behind the perceptions and differences. I know you speak for many people in sharing this powerful message. Bravo. 👏🏼

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Thank You Stuti... It has taken me 11 years to understand and then formulate the message, one has to invested to get to the bottom of things and try to feel the foundations, only then things will start to make sense...which they do for me now and I am able to simplify these concepts for the people who need to understand it..

[@jason-childers]

I have many, and all are humble.

[@bentsimmons]

I think 'superhumans' is a really lovely term for people with ASD.

[@13MYSTIX13]

I like this, very good!

[@thefamilybusinesscoach]

This was such an insightful talk. Superb delivery. I had no idea 1 in 56 people had these superpowers. Amazing. Everyone needs to hear this. I got emotional listening to this.

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

In certain places the prevalence have come down to 1 in 48, its really frightening when something is so common yet we dont know much about it beyond the realms of the stereotypes that exist..

[@georgecox2933]

13:20 “normal people do not like different”. This broke my heart.

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Wow …. When I heard it from the patient, it gave me goosebumps and got stuck with me …thank you for acknowledging it ….

[@asiyamehmood5635]

Such a informative & thought provoking session Autism is not uncommon & we still need to know a lot about Autism Thanks for this wonderful talk

[@michealrighini]

It's a lot more common than we realise

[@zackarnold1560]

There's so much about neuro science that we just don't know and I really look forward to the day when the world understands about these conditions a little more.

[@moanaoloha]

These ways of being! We need acceptance, we are past awareness!

[@florenciaconde3817]

7:22. This. 100% this!

[@janlekar4487]

awesome i feel so motivated from watching ur videos

[@drkhurramsadiq8899]

Thank you … I am glad you are finding it motivating …

[@teresacabral1975]

Wow, amazing, inspirational, thank you!

[@eddieakpabio]

Took me way too long to watch