thegodfather0504 t1_j89rmnt wrote
Reply to comment by Tigen13 in The Invisible Extinction (2022) - How the loss of our internal microbiome may be linked to the rise in obesity, childhood allergies and autism. [01:20:00] by cherrybounce
So why is it such a big deal now? Why can't people collectively just accept weirdness as a character trait or something and move on? you know, like the old times.
Perhaps it's the rising standards along with education. Being literate isn't enough anymore?
vilebubbles t1_j8ac9ky wrote
A lot of autistic people cannot speak, need aac or other help communicating, need help with nutrition as they will not eat, have self injurious behaviors. Everyone only seems to think about the “good kind of autism” in these comments.
Tigen13 t1_j8ehid2 wrote
Education requirements and specialization of trade. It just makes life more complicated and therefore much more difficult for those with severe limitations.
thegodfather0504 t1_j8feaf9 wrote
But autistics can excel in both of those! It's the social behaviour requirements. All of a sudden, "charisma" is being preferred over everything.
Tigen13 t1_j8fooct wrote
Can excel but usually don't. Additionally, being extremely poor in one important area can cancel out benefits on other gifted areas.
Then add in the financial means and nurture of the parents. It's an uphill battle.
Viewing a single comment thread. View all comments