Autistic As Fuck

Discussion in 'The Autism Spectrum' started by ~Zen~, Jun 29, 2021.

  1. ~Zen~

    ~Zen~ Ancient Mariner Administrator

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    My best friend since Junior High School was the coolest guy I knew. Sure he had anger issues with his parents, but we all did back then. I fell out of touch for decades, then we found each other on the Internet and have become just as good friends as always :)

    Johnny is autistic. But he has many other qualities, an excellent musician, awesome husband and grandfather and says he has fewer 'friends,' but more love in his life.

    He talks all about it on his audio blog, which I want to share with you. Sent chills down my spine hearing it.

    Note to a Younger Autistic Friend, Episode 1
     
  2. Johnny Profane Âû

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    Anger issues...

    Lol

    "Let me tell you about my mother..."

     
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    That was a great clip Johnny!

    Amazing how a different perspective is held by all others.
     
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    Hi Johnny! :)
     
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    You can view the ever-expanding and continuing series by clicking the link:

    #AutisticAF Out Loud
     
  9. arizonacook

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    anger issues and hard time with authority might also mean O.D.D.
    A disorder in a child marked by defiant and disobedient behavior to authority figures.
    The cause of oppositional defiant disorder is unknown but likely involves a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
    Symptoms generally begin before a child is eight years old. They include irritable mood, argumentative and defiant behavior, aggression, and vindictiveness that last more than six months and cause significant problems at home or school.
    Treatment involves individual and family therapy.
     
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    While that may be true, this guy has been diagnosed as an adult. Childhood traumas are what led to this we presume.

    I knew him then, hardly defiant. Abused, yes.

    But you may be speaking of people in general and not making assumption about the podcaster. :)
     
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    Thank you for this thread buddy!!
     
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    You should thank my autistic friend @Johnny Profane Âû
     
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    Dude111 An Awesome Dude HipForums Supporter

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    Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh I hope he's doing ok :)
     
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    arizonacook Banned

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    any friend of Zen must be pretty awesome:cool:
     
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    autistic children.jpg

    And still true...
     

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