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Introvert or Extrovert?

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Or do those terms not really apply to us as part of the autism diagnosis includes difficulties with communication?

A response on this forum prompted me to think: are you an extrovert then?

Most people here appear to be introverts - however, does this just go back to autism?

Years ago I did the Myers-Briggs test and I came out as an INFJ (Advocate).

I seem to remember this was the rarest profile and my autistic friend was the same.

A link below for anyone interested:

https://www.16personalities.com/infj-personality

So, if there was a choice between actually meeting a real person in real life or just an image of their face on a computer screen, the screen would win hands down for me!

How do you perceive yourself and do you think the term is relevant as we are autistic?

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  • 100% extrovert. And I know for sure that I'm not the only one. People come in all shapes, sizes, preferences and neuro processes; yes, social situations can be difficult, but I generally prefer to be around people than not. However, I will admit that I don't feel bad about engaging with inanimate objects or disappearing for a while when I need to - regardless of the social norms that I probably break more than I realise. 

    I'm very comfortable being myself (I am adept at choosing which "me" is appropriate for different situations) and it doesn't bother me if others like me or not. I don't feel the need for others approval. I also don't understand why people like me. I'm just happy that they do.

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  • 100% extrovert. And I know for sure that I'm not the only one. People come in all shapes, sizes, preferences and neuro processes; yes, social situations can be difficult, but I generally prefer to be around people than not. However, I will admit that I don't feel bad about engaging with inanimate objects or disappearing for a while when I need to - regardless of the social norms that I probably break more than I realise. 

    I'm very comfortable being myself (I am adept at choosing which "me" is appropriate for different situations) and it doesn't bother me if others like me or not. I don't feel the need for others approval. I also don't understand why people like me. I'm just happy that they do.

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