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Recent content by Neonatal RRT

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    'speaking loudly'

    Speaking loudly within the context of autism can be caused by several things: 1. Sensory processing differences 2. Difficulties with reading social cues 3. Self-regulation challenges 4. Excitement and emotional expression 5. Auditory perception differences I typically speak softly and with...
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    Family

    "Out of sight, out of mind." Initially, there is some guilt... but sometimes it's just best to cut the umbilical cord and go your own way. For decades I would visit my parents... they lived a few hours away... mainly because I had 2 children and I thought it important that they know their...
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    Should Historical Films be Accurately Portrayed?

    I think the best one can do in this regard is to put the film into a "documentary" format. If you are trying to tell a story that would be entertaining to people, then often times you do have "characters" and you do have to take some creative license.
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    An Autistic World

    Well... if things keep on track... that might be a reality within a few generations. I don't know if it would be better or worse, but it would be different.
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    I must teach an autistic girl.

    I am an adjunct instructor at a university, and yes, I do run across students with ASDs... mostly, ASD-1/Asperger's variants. Often times they will struggle with the "classroom" situation in different ways... but as @Captain Caveman asked "How does she learn?" So, before you dive into any sort...
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    Do you want a cashless society?

    Definitely, some pros and cons. There seems to be efforts towards a blockchain system that may add some security to the financial system... however, like anything, there always seems to be the potential for intelligent software to somehow circumvent and create fraud and abuse. Sure, I think...
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    How Does One Process Death of a Companion?

    Oh, so sorry. Been there, done that. It's rough. I would just burst out crying out of nowhere...and this lasted a week or so...so many tears.... and I still cry every now and then... it's been nearly 15 years now. I really had a strong bond with my dog, Mischief. He was a beautiful...
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    Some Photos from Edinburgh

    The family and I had the opportunity to go to Scotland a few years ago in May. Loved it. The old city of Edinburgh is amazing and certainly has been kept up nicely over the many years. Rich with history and famous people. I loved getting off the tram from the airport and the first thing you...
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    Advice from autistic spouses/partners needed

    For perspective, I've been married for nearly 40 years and have raised 2 wonderful young men. My wife is NT. Both of us have worked full-time for nearly 40 years, as well. We were/are working 12hr shifts, 3-4 days a week. We worked for the same organization and tried our best to work...
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    Combined minds

    If I am thinking correctly, what you are describing is a phenomenon that some would call a "shared consciousness". You mention the horse and man, it could be a dog and man, whatever... but there are times when there is not only an emotional bond, but even cases of what some would call a...
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    How do you get through tough times

    That is highly individualized. Each situation is different. Could you be more specific? What you are asking is a rather open question.
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    Autism and self-improvement link?

    I have to mask all day, 12hrs, at work... but even then, I don't do it well enough to satisfy everyone. I will occasionally run into various issues depending upon different situations. What is more the issue... since I've been diagnosed and settled into the understanding of who I am... and...
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    Autism and self-improvement link?

    In my experience, one's behavior is heavily influenced by neurochemistry, genetics, and upbringing. Neuroplasticity tends to diminish with age... it doesn't go away... but if you are 5 years old, it's significantly enhanced as compared to when you are 25, 45, or 65. As an adult... and...
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    Do you leave tips?

    In the US... if you are being served by wait staff or it's being delivered to your home... tip. If there is no wait staff... no. If you are visiting the US, it is quite common for restaurants to ask for a tip at the register... before you even receive the food. I refuse to.
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    Switching social modes is a pain

    Agree. Easier said than done. Any one of us can give advice... advice that we all might agree with... but the bottom line is that "becoming a different person" is quite the mental challenge. Exceptions might be that if whatever new behaviors you are exhibiting are being applauded and rewarded...
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