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[Greengoop]

I was diagnosed when I was 8, which definitely helped to get it early. I also appear to have been showing signs of ADHD lately.

[Hunchman801]

It's a shame that Edge left like this. While it's true that Goop might have at times been a little too blunt, it was never mean and I was under the impression that the two of them were on very good terms, just like friends knowing each other well enough to be direct and honest with each other. Hopefully, Edge will harden up a little and learn to take feedback in a more constructive way, but in the meantime, let's wish them the best!

[WPTheModder]

I was diagnosed when I was 8, which definitely helped to get it early. I also appear to have been showing signs of ADHD lately.

I'd have to wait until I'm an adult because my parents think I'm too smart to have it Atleast you got yours early though!

It's a shame that Edge left like this. While it's true that Goop might have at times been a little too blunt, it was never mean and I was under the impression that the two of them were on very good terms, just like friends knowing each other well enough to be direct and honest with each other. Hopefully, Edge will harden up a little and learn to take feedback in a more constructive way, but in the meantime, let's wish them the best!

Very well said!

[Fifo]

I'd have to wait until I'm an adult because my parents think I'm too smart to have it

Do they not know above-average intelligence is one of the aspects of autism?

[WPTheModder]

Do they not know above-average intelligence is one of the aspects of autism?

Apparently not.... I've tried to tell them multiple times to no result.

I'd assume it's just because they don't have any reason to research it, so they don't know anything about it

[PluMGMK]

Is above-average intelligence an aspect of autism? I thought that was a stereotype, and they were completely orthogonal

But yeah, "too smart to have autism" makes no sense

[Hugo]

The confusion arises because people with savant abilities are often autistic.

These days the definition of the term autism itself seems extremely broad. It is broad to the point that there are children who get diagnosed early on and grow up to believe all their problems in life stem from this one label that actually covers such a diverse range of people that it is practically meaningless.

That is not to say that such children are not autistic in any shape or form, and it is obviously harmful to dismiss the very real subjective experience of another. My point is that this same experience is shaped by their perception of themselves. So often today does one hear phrases like "oh, that's my autism" and "that's just me being autistic." There was a time when such situations were just taken as they are, the natural flow of life, rather than being categorized as a "diagnosis."

[Greengoop]

Is above-average intelligence an aspect of autism? I thought that was a stereotype, and they were completely orthogonal

I think it’s stereotyped because it’s a rather common occurrence among autistic people to have a higher IQ than others, but people also seem to mix up autism and Down syndrome a lot.

[Hunchman801]

Yeah, I'm pretty sure that there's no link between autism and intelligence, and that autists can be both very stupid and very smart.

[Greengoop]

Having the same type of autism as Elon Musk used to be my flex, but that’s kinda dried up in recent years

[WPTheModder]

Having the same type of autism as Elon Musk used to be my flex, but that’s kinda dried up in recent years

Ok, first, there are different types?

Also… god that aged so poorly. That's kind of the equivalent of saying you're a Kayne fan today

These days the definition of the term autism itself seems extremely broad. It is broad to the point that there are children who get diagnosed early on and grow up to believe all their problems in life stem from this one label that actually covers such a diverse range of people that it is practically meaningless.

That is not to say that such children are not autistic in any shape or form, and it is obviously harmful to dismiss the very real subjective experience of another. My point is that this same experience is shaped by their perception of themselves. So often today does one hear phrases like "oh, that's my autism" and "that's just me being autistic." There was a time when such situations were just taken as they are, the natural flow of life, rather than being categorized as a "diagnosis."

This honestly gives me a lot of insight, though it kinda reminds me of how my friends treat me; blaming everything I say and do on possible autism.

Not dismissing a possibility, but I do feel it is kind of broad. I'd talk about anything I like somewhat passionately, and I get turnt down with a "god you're autistic" or some other variation of that. I personally don't see anything wrong, and it has gotten me feeling bad. Not that autism is a bad thing, but hearing it so much is annoying, and I feel like I've got to change.

I really like what you said here! It, again, gives a lot of insight! I probably would've never thought of this, because most of the time I think like that anyway

[Magelin]

Yeah, I'm pretty sure that there's no link between autism and intelligence, and that autists can be both very stupid and very smart.

Indeed, autism is a huge spectrum in itself, so you can’t really nail down what an autistic person really is.
Speaking of which, i myself suspect to have ADHD or some other sort of neurodivergence for at least 4 years now.. And i don’t know what to do with that, and honestly, i really doubt i have it sometimes.

[DaveRattlehead]

I also don’t like people telling me something about them more than once. (What gender/race/nationality etc), which I think might be where I become hypocritical

I don't think it has a political connotation. Someone reminding you every single minute of their sexuality/ethnicity/personal taste can be annoying. Not because they have x taste or x preference, but because it's annoying to hear the same thing over and over again. I think a lot of people try to be populist about it in a rather unfair way. I don't think it only applies to social issues... If someone, for example, insists on being a gymbro and eating chicken and rice three times a day, I also find that annoying as hell.

I also appear to have been showing signs of ADHD lately.

Pretends to be shocked

Is above-average intelligence an aspect of autism? I thought that was a stereotype, and they were completely orthogonal

But yeah, "too smart to have autism" makes no sense

In terms of IQ (classic test), I remember autism had a high correlation with the lowest IQs (sadly, there are people who barely communicate) and the highest IQs (special interests, hyperfocusing, etc.). However, the classic IQ test doesn't evaluate the verbal/social skills.

[Pirez]

I was actually wondering if I was autistic at some point due to my complete inability to perceive intent or emotions of warmth in other people but my therapist believes it's due to a trauma we have yet to uncover.

[Hunchman801]

These days the definition of the term autism itself seems extremely broad. It is broad to the point that there are children who get diagnosed early on and grow up to believe all their problems in life stem from this one label that actually covers such a diverse range of people that it is practically meaningless.

That is not to say that such children are not autistic in any shape or form, and it is obviously harmful to dismiss the very real subjective experience of another. My point is that this same experience is shaped by their perception of themselves. So often today does one hear phrases like "oh, that's my autism" and "that's just me being autistic." There was a time when such situations were just taken as they are, the natural flow of life, rather than being categorized as a "diagnosis."

Indeed, there is a tendency to systematically try and label people's particularities with a multitude of disorders, most of which we'd never heard of until a few years ago. While it's great that we've become more aware of mental health, now every other kid is either autistic or has dyslexia or ADHD. I'm pretty sure the kids today are not intrinsically different from kids twenty years ago, so this can only be explained by a compulsive need for labels, which itself might be rooted in a need for belonging.

It can even become ridiculous at times, when people blame some of their failures on random conditions no serious doctor has diagnosed and thereby shield themselves from all forms or criticism and accountably. So even go so as far to blame low performance at school or in their careers on... their supposedly above-average intelligence, while studies actually show that higher intelligence is positively correlated with both academic and economic success.

Yes, mental health is a serious topic, but people abusing this concern do it at the expense of those who really need it.

[Said]

hello rpc, it sure has been boring lately

[Hunchman801]

hello rpc, it sure has been boring lately

What has, this thread?

[Greengoop]

I’d imagine just life, probably. Nothing much is happening in it atm

[Pirez]

Let's liven things up with a Pokémon.

Also since that things makes literally no sense, it features an asian lady in the same pose which gives her a huge bum.

Aren't huge booties nice? I know that's the reason Rayman Origins is the best game in the series.

[Greengoop]

They are nice, but only when they’re built well. That woman’s just flops down depressingly