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Autism spectrum disorders are characterized by challenges in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and often the presence of repetitive behavi
by Loquebantur 4y ago
Autism spectrum disorders are characterized by challenges in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and often the presence of repetitive behaviors and restricted interests, according to Wikipedia.
Remarkably, understanding people does matter to a degree dependent on the social context.
Explaining how to more easily understand people might have a greater benefit than berating them about their shortcomings.
And would show social competence.
- mooreds 4y ago> Explaining how to more easily understand people might have a greater benefit than berating them about their shortcomings. And would show social competence. Author here. That's a great idea. Maybe I'll tackle it in the future. I do have a post about how to engage with people when you don't know them that uses a technique I've found helpful: https://letterstoanewdeveloper.com/2019/02/25/use-a-conversational-hook-when-networking-with-strangers/ https://letterstoanewdeveloper.com/2019/02/25/use-a-conversa... Sorry if this came off as berating people. I have been the person overly focused on tech in the past and wanted to make it clear to readers that, at the end of the day, the people the tech is helping really matter. Appreciate the feedback.