In a lot of posts from users in the US, I see people mentioning being on a spectrum and being functional autistic. How is that diagnosed and what it is? I am asking because in my country autism diagnosis is given to people who are unable to properly function on their own, and in some posts I see that the symptoms some describe are e.g. “not caring about what people say” , “getting distracted easily” etc,.
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Functional autism, also known as high-functioning autism, refers to individuals on the autism spectrum who are able to navigate everyday life relatively well
While they may face challenges such as difficulty with social interaction or attention, they are still capable of functioning independently
Diagnosis is generally based on a combination of behavioral assessments and consultation with professionals specializing in autism
It’s important to understand that autism is a spectrum disorder, meaning that individuals can exhibit a wide range of symptoms and abilities
Hope this helps!
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