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does anyone else find those words a bit belittling? just because I'm 'high functioning' doesn't mean I don't need support, I still struggle. they just use the phrase because people with 'high functioning' autism can be 'ignored'. I don't care what level of autism I have, I have been diagnosed with autism so I need support. 

or just me that thinks that?

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  • There seems to be a lot of people talking about this. Clinical labels when used by the general public become a bit warped. 

    I'm not certain there is a better way just yet to express needing help other than finding a friend who you might compliment (you can do things to help one another). All neurotypes need help of some sort. Some can envision the way I might. No one can do it all. I think this might be a good argument for investing in a community of shared interest even if not fully committed. 

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  • There seems to be a lot of people talking about this. Clinical labels when used by the general public become a bit warped. 

    I'm not certain there is a better way just yet to express needing help other than finding a friend who you might compliment (you can do things to help one another). All neurotypes need help of some sort. Some can envision the way I might. No one can do it all. I think this might be a good argument for investing in a community of shared interest even if not fully committed. 

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