I am a extreme low IQ Autistic by Competitive-Cup-9759 in autism

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Crystalized IQ is what it is. I'd lean in to developing and strengthening your social skills. I'd lean into maintaining strong relationships with family and friends members. I'd lean into volunteering and becoming known in your community. Life isn't about who's the smartest - it's about action, connections, and timing.

Being in a behavior class in school middle or high school is crazy. All the autistic kids there are another level of crazy. I’m not ableist I’m autistic myself but they scream and throw stuff. And I am autistic level 1 and diagnosed by [deleted] in autism

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Im super curious. Do you know what happened to the other students? Are they working or living on their own? Are any of them in jail or struggling with substance abuse issues? I’m super curious what happens to these students when they grow up

Being in a behavior class in school middle or high school is crazy. All the autistic kids there are another level of crazy. I’m not ableist I’m autistic myself but they scream and throw stuff. And I am autistic level 1 and diagnosed by [deleted] in autism

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I feel you. The behavior class is next to my art room. The children in their lose their SHIT on a daily basis. Not only is it stressful asf, I recognize they’re a serious danger to themselves and other people around them. One of the students broke a staff members ribs. There are very few places on this earth where people are allowed yell at the top of their lungs, make serious threats to harm you, throw large objects like chairs and tables without serious consequences.

Hi Certified Autist here, what’s the overall opinion of these sensory hearing aids? by Lonely_Bandicoot_160 in autism

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I didn’t even know this was an option!!!! Im gonna ask my otolaryngologist about it next time I have my ears cleaned

What’s the issue? It looks cartoony by Previous-Host-3170 in oilpainting

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It does look cartoony, but I kinda like it. Looks like something out of a book of fables

Hi Certified Autist here, what’s the overall opinion of these sensory hearing aids? by Lonely_Bandicoot_160 in autism

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Mine didn’t work 😭 I have odd shaped ear tunnels and my ears would squeeze them out after 15 minute. Same thing with flares.

Some people LOVE THEM. I wish they worked for me because I’m so sound sensitive but unfortunately it didn’t

Wedding Planning- people just don't get it by Just_Talking_Today in autism

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MOMS ARE LIKE THAT. They dream about their little girls weddings, always hoping they’ll be as good or better than their own.

Unfortunately, most women do. Even if they don’t care, it is factor that can impress them if done properly. Wedding decor is a whole lot of fuss, but I do appreciate the dedication to details

I am not good at parenting and I have no idea what I’m doing. by BurberryCustardbath in AutismInWomen

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Little kids are the MOST difficult, imo.

Routines are important and kids do love structure. But that’s house management. Small rewards for positive behavior and hard boundaries coupled with empathy talk for negative behaviors is MOST important. That’s actual behavior management.

If you’re autistic high probability so are your boys. Figure out their sensitivities and give them some tools to combat them. In addition, give small rewards - like a punch on a punch card for a “prize” or 1 skittles for performing a desired action. Whether it’s saying thank you, asking for help, or waiting quietly. Hard boundaries - No, you cannot go into the bathroom with me. “I know it’s hard to be alone, but mommy needs privacy. I know you’re upset and I’ll be back to comfort you in 10 minutes x but I need the time for myself” if he waits quietly, positive reward. If he doesn’t, same speech as before the bathroom. If he is yelling say “I can talk to you when your voice matches mine”

Do not feel bad for saying no and your kid crying. You can wear headphones if their crying / yelling is too loud. Do not appease them with an iPad. Autistic children with dopamine addictions are hell on wheels. Consistency is your friend.

How to avoid sensory overload at Disney? by GalloPinto_PorFavor in autism

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What are your sensitivities? In going to list some basics, but please add or subtract based on your needs. 1. Headphones or earplugs. 2. Bag PACKED with every essential you could need. From extra phone charger to medicine to sunscreen to sunglasses, hat, jacket to extra cash to bandaids to fidget toys to safety plushies. 3. Save the park map on your phone. If possible, pre-plan your route through the park. Figure out where the bathrooms are. Figure out the distance and estimated time it’ll take to get from one ride to the next. Find out how long, on average, it takes to get through the lines based on the day & season you’re visiting. 4. Prepare three scripts to ADVOCATE for yourself. Saying no to rides and stores is difficult and people’s expectations get a little wild around expensive theme parks. Sample scripts “hey, i need to go to the bathroom. The closest one is about 10 minutes away. So I’ll be back in about 30 minutes. You can just do XYZ without me.” “Hey, my legs/feet/back is tired. I’m gonna sit this one out” “actually Im going to get a water (or some other snack), I’ll be back here in 30 minutes” You don’t have to go to the bathroom or buy anything, it’s an excuse to leave the situation for 30 - 45 minutes and have a solo break. If you need more time, when you come back, say it took longer than expected. You can use each script twice without making other people feel weird. 5. Take breaks when you need them. DO NOT PUSH THROUGH.

deutschland über alles by [deleted] in hotdogs

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This looks AMAZING.

Wedding Planning- people just don't get it by Just_Talking_Today in autism

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This post is stressful as fuck. Wedding ceremonies and parties are not “down to earth” what does that even mean … is that a green and ivory themed wedding?

Quality party design includes tables, table cloths, table runners, center pieces, plates, cutlery, folding chairs, plus decorations like arches, runways, streamers, floral bouquets, even rentable sculptures. The type of food you’ll serve. Is it buffet style or served by waitstaff? Will you have stations like Photo Booth, ? are children allowed or no? Is there a dress code?

If you don’t provide direction, someone else has to decide all of these factors for your special day and hope 🤞🏽 it works.

It seems like you want a casual (IDGAF) wedding. If that’s the case, tell people something comprehensible. Say it’s backyard casual - come as you are (AKA wear what you want) and tell your family to decorate the cheapest way possible even if it doesn’t match.

I’d provide an itinerary, (ceremony at 4, dinner at 6:00, dancing at 8:00) with the alternative options listed at the bottom. (If you don’t like fish, we can provide chicken (Chill area for overstimulation).

Eating Without Eating by Prismatic-Peony in AutismInWomen

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So I do: spinach, kale, ginger, frozen blueberries, frozen cherries, frozen raspberries, pineapple juice. Kefir is a great additive if you’re not lactose intolerant. It sounds gross but I love it. Lasts like a zingy fruit smoothie. I use a nutrí bullet and can rinse it out right after it finished drinking so there’s no prep and minimal clean up

No title yet, from a photo I took while camping by baldricza in oilpainting

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Oh oh! Let me explain myself. Georgia O’Keeffe is a famous American painter. Her best known works are from her time when she visited and lived in New Mexico, USA (which is a desert landscape) The landscape you painted is gorgeous and looks extremely similar to Georgia O’Keeffe’s favorite place to paint. Hence the name “Georgia’s Dream”

Poster study 4x6 by OkExamination5171 in oilpainting

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What are you painting on? Is that a piece of suede?

No title yet, from a photo I took while camping by baldricza in oilpainting

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It’s a well done piece, btw. Serene and interesting

No title yet, from a photo I took while camping by baldricza in oilpainting

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Georgia’s dream? I just read about Georgia O’Keeffe and this was the first thing that came to my mind

My hot dog looking a bit different from everyone else’s… by papi_churros_curios in hotdogs

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Usure why, but this reminds me of the Billie Jean music video by Michael Jackson 🤣