Opinions and Veiws on Autism
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Beary
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Yeah is just that I got bullied for it back at my old school and I'm worried that if I tell anyone at this school they will all hate me
And don't worry I have Asperger's too
You got bullied? o-o
Trust me, usually when you tell people, they are like, "Wait what? You seemed normal! Cool!"
If people DO hate you, then THEY need to change. You just gotta believe that you are an awesome person. ^^
People with autism are usually pretty cool. c:
Beary
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"Asperger syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) considered to be on the “high functioning” end of the spectrum. Affected children and adults have difficulty with social interactions and exhibit a restricted range of interests and/or repetitive behaviors."
I still don't get what you're trying to get across. That I don't have autism, or that I do? Because anything on the autism spectrum is autism.
Brad
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My mom and step-dad run foster homes, though they are my real parents, and I am not in foster care. These foster care homes are different because they are strictly for children with some sort of mental disablement. Because I live with many of these kids for long periods of time, and have since they were very young, I consider them to be my siblings, although they aren't actually. The only people I'm related to in my house are my older sister, and my mother. And, by living with all of these kids, from all walks of life, I have seen and heard some ****. I could write a book, seriously.
Anyways, one of my younger brothers is severely autistic, and he is one of the coolest people I've ever met. He has trouble dealing with large groups of people, and generally has a hard time in public places. So, we usually only take him places he really wants to go, and don't drag him places he doesn't. He also has a hard time expressing himself, and talk with a severe studder. But, you just have to allow him to speak, and not hurry him. He also has a very hard time dealing with change. Even when taking him somewhere on vacation, he does not enjoy it. He can also become violent, but that is very rare, and everyone in my home knows and understands how to deal with him when he goes off like that. These are some of the reasons, I tend to keep an eye on him at school, but I'm graduating next year, and I hope things go well.
The only thing you can do is be understanding, and help him with some things, but also treat him like a person, because he is one, although lots of people tend to think that people with autism should be treated very differently. They shouldn't really, but we should still understand their needs and disabilities.
Anyways, one of my younger brothers is severely autistic, and he is one of the coolest people I've ever met. He has trouble dealing with large groups of people, and generally has a hard time in public places. So, we usually only take him places he really wants to go, and don't drag him places he doesn't. He also has a hard time expressing himself, and talk with a severe studder. But, you just have to allow him to speak, and not hurry him. He also has a very hard time dealing with change. Even when taking him somewhere on vacation, he does not enjoy it. He can also become violent, but that is very rare, and everyone in my home knows and understands how to deal with him when he goes off like that. These are some of the reasons, I tend to keep an eye on him at school, but I'm graduating next year, and I hope things go well.
The only thing you can do is be understanding, and help him with some things, but also treat him like a person, because he is one, although lots of people tend to think that people with autism should be treated very differently. They shouldn't really, but we should still understand their needs and disabilities.
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Beary
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Good for you.
I'm getting slightly annoyed at this point that you are acting so "high and mighty" just because you read some article. I honestly don't particularly care. I am a logical person, and also a very stubborn person. I was diagnosed in 4th grade, and things have changed since then, but I don't like change. I stick to what I know.
And no, I am not pretending to be ********. I'm NOT ********, since that is a level of IQ, and I know for a fact that I am not mentally ********. If you're using ******** as another word for autistic, that's just sad.
You calling me a lier isn't very kind, you know. I was diagnosed by a professional, and I believe it. If you have any other ways to criticize me, feel free. I'm not changing my mind and calling myself normal when I know that I'm not.
I'm not good at converting, so PLEASE give me some time. And don't veiw me as someone stupid that can't change their mind and is hiding behind a false shield. BECAUSE I KNOW WHO I AM.
Get the picture? Good, because I'm happy to haggle over PMs if you so wish.
Argument is over, thanks. I don't want this to get nasty.
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Did you seriously call the DSM "some article"? I guess your entire diagnosis is just "some article" then.
My point is simple: Saying you have Asperger's = incorrect. Saying you have autism or ASD = correct.
It is just a pet peeve of my for people to continue to make this mistake. Not liking change doesn't mean being ignorant is okay.
My point is simple: Saying you have Asperger's = incorrect. Saying you have autism or ASD = correct.
It is just a pet peeve of my for people to continue to make this mistake. Not liking change doesn't mean being ignorant is okay.
Beary
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I'm less ignorant then you.
It also says in the article that if you were diagnosed as having Aspergers BEFORE they changed it, you may keep your previous title.
I'm guessing that you did not know this?
I'm happy that this argument has tought both of us new things.
Prof Gallows
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I think you should cool your jets a bit. There are plenty of ways to get your opinion across without sounding like an *******, which you clearly are not doing so far.
The reason we used to ban these topics is because of hot-heads and it really would be a shame if we had to start banning them again because of it.
My five year old (I think) cousin has it. I don't see his parents talking about it often, but they know by his behavior. He's five and all he does is mimic and repeats. He cannot speak words with meaning. He plays with keys, and every time his mom/dad tells him to do something all he does is repeat it. I can tell how frustrated they feel.
I don't know what I would do if I had a kid and that happened..
I don't know what I would do if I had a kid and that happened..
Mr. L
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You think you're less ignorant than her, and yet you completely missed the point she was trying to get across, and it seems you still don't understand. "I'm a logical person."? You're making yourself look like a smartass rather than smart, and acting passive-aggressive throughout the whole thing doesn't make you look like the good guy, but rather someone who clearly isn't very capable of responding with clear, sound reasoning (which just happens to be the definition of logic, something you think you possess). I'm really not trying to be a complete *******, I really am, but this sort of behavior disgusts me. This wasn't an argument, it was her trying to explain a simple concept to you. I understand that she could have explained it in a much more polite and respectful way, but I also understand her frustration because it was literally one simple point that got way too out of control.
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Izzy Reincarnated
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I only have minor DID and I think it's pretty fascinating how some people see the world in a different way. If I had autism, I would be really proud.
Prof Gallows
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Since I'm already having to sit and watch this thread I might as well get my own opinion across.
Why would anyone be proud of a disorder? I completely and totally understand having confidence in yourself and stuff but the notion of being proud of a disorder completely baffles me.
Beary
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The point? She was saying I was wrong, and that I should change. Which I don't agree with.
Could we PLEASE drop the subject? I want to end this problem soon, because it's making me sad and uncomfortable. If you don't like how I act, you can avoid my thread.
It TURNED into an argument from my perspective.
I wasn't trying to look good, I was trying to get MY point across and prevent a cat fight from happening. And I'm sorry if I seemed like a smartass, but that isn't your problem. I'm sorry if I seemed that way.
I look at things logically, but I'm not perfect. Saying that I'm logical doesn't mean I'm magically smart, and look at EVERYTHING logically. It depends on my mood. Humans are complicated, y'know?
Thanks for clarifying anyways.
Not trying to sound rude, but why would you be proud? I feel you can only say that if you actually have autism, which means they aren't afraid to let people know.
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Beary
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People with autism have advantages over others.
They see the world in a different way. Have you ever heard of autistic savants? They can do AMAZING things. http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savant_syndrome
It's a thing to be proud of, because it's you. Everyone's proud of themselves and who they are, no?
If your different, you should be proud of your differences, because they aren't disatvantages, they're advantages.
People who are on the autism spectrum also have an understanding of animals, because they think like them.
Can you tell I enjoy learning about this subject? xD
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Only 50% of savants have autism. And only 10% of people with autism are savants. What are the other advantages of having autism you speak of?
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