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I was diagnosed with "high functioning autism at 17 what is this exactly? is my life ruined because of it? do i think differently from everyone?
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No 'exact' answer!: The current understanding of austism-spctrum disorders proposes that the neural pathways in such individuals is altered to some degree from that in the normal population, such that they process data in a different way. No reason to think your life is 'ruined'! no two people think identically anyway! but, you may miss social cues that others perceive easily- like facial expressions; you train...
Answered 11/28/2017
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NO: You might have some thinking problems that can be modified with the use of psychotherapy and medication and since you are high functioning your prognosis should be favorable with treatment.
Answered 9/26/2013
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Autism: Autism does not have to ruin your life. There are many people with autism who are successful. Look for websites like more able autism ; autism network international for more information on how to deal with your challenges.
Answered 10/20/2013
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