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How do neurotypicals think?

UltraViolet

I know that people with autism think differently but I’m confused on how neurotypicals think. All the articles are written for neurotypicals and assume you already know how they think. Can someone please explain? 

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  • Interesting question. I know when I read something someone else has said, my husband can have a different understanding of what it says.

    It seems to me too that they answer questions straight away whereas I have to reason possible outcomes and implications a lot of the time before answering. 

  • in reply to Homebird
    Homebird said:
    It seems to me too that they answer questions straight away

    Yes, I'm inclined to agree.

    If I'm asked questions I find it can sometimes take me a few moments to process what is being asked. When I'm talking, people can often think I've finished because there can be a slight delay with my responses getting from my mind and then being vocalised.

    If I'm communicating in a text-based format, it's not an issue. I can take time to digest what the other person is saying, and allow myself time to formulate a response.

  • in reply to Sporadic Sparkly

    Totally agree with texting as an easier option, I’ve practically stopped using a telephone for talking on. A text gives time to process it all, if there is too much it gives time to break to down and give a better answer.

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