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Luca
I don’t think those things have to be mutually exclusive. I don’t think I’ve met other extroverted autistic people but they do exist. I think saying autistic people can’t be personable or have to have bad social skills is a harmful ableist narrative.
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Luca
I haven’t taken an AQ test or anything but I think I would probably fall somewhere between autistic and NT. But I don’t know if that’s because of how good I’ve gotten at masking. I had to learn the hard way.
AprilR
AprilR
They are not psychiatrists, they are not fit to diagnose anyone.
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Luca
I don't think they were diagnosing me, I think they were stating the common misconception that a lot of NTs have that autistic people all act the same.
AprilR
AprilR
Yes but just saying that makes them look ignorant.
Shaddock
Shaddock
I met multiple extroverted autistic people in person and yes, they exist. and they were reaaaally extroverted. they couldn´t stop to talk and no suspension.
Hazel_1914
Hazel_1914
Consider it this way: they like you, and this is a more NT way of compliments saying they perceive you as like them.
Hazel_1914
Hazel_1914
This is scientifically incorrect on their part but shows an insight into NT value systems. They see labels as divisive and frequently negative
Hazel_1914
Hazel_1914
Whereas we see labels as a handy way to make sense of the incomprehensible variety of living existence. I'm happy you met 3 new possible friends
LadyS
LadyS
Best way to explain it is that one's personality is completely separate from their neurology. I like taking those opportunities to correct stereotypes and knee-jerk reactions :)
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