So, I’m autistic and my brother is schizophrenic. Our dad is autistic and mom is diagnosed BPD. I personally see many similarities and contrasts between us, but I don’t really have much understanding in the nuts and bolts. Any constructive input would be greatly appreciated.
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Autism is “a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior.” per Wikipedia.
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder whose “… major symptoms include hallucinations … delusions, paranoia, and disorganized thinking.”
They are very, very different things. There are no medical treatments for autism, but there are medicines that can treat schizophrenia.
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