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Autism (ASD) | Last Active: Jun 19 1:34pm | Replies (1156)

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@mamacita

This site does not encourage the use of functioning levels. We are a neurodiverse group of people who have certain sensitivities, such as over the top hearing, sense of smell, "picky" tastes in foods, skin that recoils at the slightest touch of a clothing tag. We are extremely empathetic people, we cry, we bleed, just like Neurotypical people. We tend to think outside of the box. If you are searching for an answer, and you need help, we will do our very best to help you. I personally refer to myself as Autistic. However. when I am talking to people on the street, I feel it makes them more comfortable if I refer to myself and others as having sensory issues. Just a thought. How about you?
Mamacita

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@mamacita That is a very insightful post. Thank you. I do not feel I have to label myself, nor explain myself to others. For way too many years I put up with situations that made me feel extremely uncomfortable, but never said anything. These days I try to honor myself and extricate or minimize exposure to discomfort, and don't apologize for it. If others don't like it, that's their problem. It seems like truly empathetic people aren't going to badger you for information. And, I find myself being more attuned to/recognizing other Aspies.
Ginger