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For me, my autism is neither a disability nor a mental illness. Although it can be overwhelming to a degree, it seems to be a considerably different way of perc
by neom 9y ago
For me, my autism is neither a disability nor a mental illness. Although it can be overwhelming to a degree, it seems to be a considerably different way of perceiving the world. I don't believe I'd be able to cope with too much more of it, either.
- akvadrako 9y agoWould you agree that too much of it could be classified as an illness, disability or disease?
- neom 9y agoI agree that much more of it would indeed be debilitating in the context of society, yes.
- fjsolwmv 9y agoIs any mental illness mental illness under this term? Depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, are all different ways of perceiving the world.
- neom 9y agoTo me, and I'm not a professional anything, illness is when a bodily function is not preforming as intended. I believe I'm functioning as intended, just that society is not geared for how I function. For me it's ok, I get by, for others I'm sure reality must feel like insanity. I'm grateful for what I am, and I'm sad for people who do not get to experience being grateful for what they are.
- lucidone 9y agoI have a close friend who is autistic and he teaches me something every time I spend time with him, and I really enjoy his company. Enough so that I always grab drinks with him when I head back home for the holidays. I want to tell you that you likely have the same effect on those around you.