How I Learned To Blend In Before I Was Diagnosed

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United States Ultimate Oddball
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In this video I discuss the methods by which I adapted to my autism spectrum disorder and the comorbid symptomology that comes with it years before I was diagnosed. I also discuss my current view that some of these adaptations, like forcing myself to make eye contact, aren't actually beneficial, and in actuality, may interfere with my ability to interact with others.

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Autism (Disease Or Medical Condition)
autism acceptance
blending in
Applied Behavior Analysis (Medical Treatment)
adaptations
autism spectrum disorder
A.S.D.
Health (Industry)
psychology
Developmental Disability (Disease Or Medical Condition)
fitting in
neurotypical