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Recent content by TheDrew

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    Abusive Upbringing

    I wasn't abused but growing up was very traumatizing to me. My parents didn't treat me any different than they did my brothers but because of my literal way of thinking it affected me differently. For example, if there was a chore I didn't feel like doing my dad would tell me that it didn't...
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    Disclosing autism to friends?

    I am self diagnosed as well. I don't have a problem telling people I am autistic and if they ask I will tell them I am self diagnosed. Only people that have asked are people that have known me for awhile. Some of them don't believe me because I don't look or act to them like they think an...
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    Do you try to make friends by "buying" them?

    I don't see doing things or giving gifts as buying friends it is just how I communicate. I don't see an issue with it as long as you aren't hurting yourself but doing things you shouldn't or spending money you don't have. You also need to be careful of what you are doing or giving that people...
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    What do you struggle with the most?

    I am also the type to buy multiples of the same clothing. I really don't like when things are too complex. I sometimes won't even eat something if it has too many ingredients or took a lot of effort to make. Sensory issues are by biggest concern. I am sensitive to lights, movement and noise. I...
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