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How would you describe autism? - Language Research released

Avi Moderator
Hi all,
We don’t often post like this but we’d like to let you know about an important piece of research we have released today regarding (THIS IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE) autism. It is based on a survey of 3,470 people including people on the spectrum, their families, friends and professionals.
We are keen to know what you think about this so let us know in this thread.
Take care,

Avi
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  • I would say that it's social dyslexia because people with autism can do all of the social related things that neurotypicals can do, but they just need more support to help them catch up because they haven't picked up on some things. I mean if you have ADHD, you can still pay attention, but it takes a bit longer to divert your attention to something than those without it. People like this aren't handicapped and they should NOT be treated like it - they merely need more and proper support! Everyone learns at different rates! Sure they may never be perfect when they have acquired these skills, but those with disabilities and those without make mistakes, because we are human. 

    Hopefully this makes sense,

    Karajan ;)

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  • I would say that it's social dyslexia because people with autism can do all of the social related things that neurotypicals can do, but they just need more support to help them catch up because they haven't picked up on some things. I mean if you have ADHD, you can still pay attention, but it takes a bit longer to divert your attention to something than those without it. People like this aren't handicapped and they should NOT be treated like it - they merely need more and proper support! Everyone learns at different rates! Sure they may never be perfect when they have acquired these skills, but those with disabilities and those without make mistakes, because we are human. 

    Hopefully this makes sense,

    Karajan ;)

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