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Topic	Webcast: The Intersection Between Autism Spectrum Disorder & LGBTQIA+
The_Hat 11/18/21 1:13:06 PM #19:	UndefeatedGOAT posted... To what degree is an autism spectrum condition an illness though And is spectrum different than autism? (Genuinely dont know, ELI5) So as I've mentioned, I used to work with adults with developmental disabilities. Specifically, as a specialty teacher focusing on basic computer science skills. So I know more than most, but I'm certainly not an expert. The current PC term is "developmental disability" when talking about someone who is on the spectrum and may have autism, aspersers, cerebral palsy, or in some cases even severe ADHD or dyslexia. It's generally something you're born with or appears very early on in life and is essentially caused by how the brain is wired up as you grow during those early years. In fact, it's not actually an illness as there is no cure! (just like being LGBT isn't an illness!) You can think of it more like someone being born without an arm vs someone who is born with both arms. They aren't sick, they're just built differently. As for "how is spectrum different than autism" it isn't! There is a general scale ranging from 1-3 (though personally I use a 5 point scale) in which Requires little support, high functioning individuals are in this range. Difficult to diagnose. If you look into this level a lot you'll probably notice you've known someone in this range who was never diagnosed! They're very capable and who I worked with. Requires a good deal of support. This is the kind of person who at a glance you can tell is autistic. Generally speaking their mind significantly slows development at a young age and they require daily supports. If they get enough supports they can still live mostly normal lives. One of my wife's brothers is level 2 and he was able to graduate high school and is a productive member of the family helping with chores and such. Requires significant daily support. These are the kind that get the worst of the worst stereotypes and struggle with daily life. I have never personally worked with someone who was level 3, and I admire those who make it their life decision to help them as I'm sure it's a very rewarding but difficult endeavor. --- --- <cite>The_Hat posted [p:960116060] in Webcast: T... [t:79765777]...</cite> <quote>UndefeatedGOAT posted... </cite> <quote>To what degree is an autism spectrum condition an illness though And is spectrum different than autism? (Genuinely dont know, ELI5)</quote> So as I've mentioned, I used to work with adults with developmental disabilities. Specifically, as a specialty teacher focusing on basic computer science skills. So I know more than most, but I'm certainly not an expert. The current PC term is "developmental disability" when talking about someone who is on the spectrum and may have autism, aspersers, cerebral palsy, or in some cases even severe ADHD or dyslexia. It's generally something you're born with or appears very early on in life and is essentially caused by how the brain is wired up as you grow during those early years. In fact, it's not actually an illness as there is no cure! (just like being LGBT isn't an illness!) You can think of it more like someone being born without an arm vs someone who is born with both arms. They aren't sick, they're just built differently. As for "how is spectrum different than autism" it isn't! There is a general scale ranging from 1-3 (though personally I use a 5 point scale) in which Requires little support, high functioning individuals are in this range. Difficult to diagnose. If you look into this level a lot you'll probably notice you've known someone in this range who was never diagnosed! They're very capable and who I worked with.Requires a good deal of support. This is the kind of person who at a glance you can tell is autistic. Generally speaking their mind significantly slows development at a young age and they require daily supports. If they get enough supports they can still live mostly normal lives. One of my wife's brothers is level 2 and he was able to graduate high school and is a productive member of the family helping with chores and such.Requires significant daily support. These are the kind that get the worst of the worst stereotypes and struggle with daily life. I have never personally worked with someone who was level 3, and I admire those who make it their life decision to help them as I'm sure it's a very rewarding but difficult endeavor. --- ---</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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