Don’t call me high-functioning

Why this autistic label feels uncomfortable

Lauren

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This is my personal take. I am genuinely curious how other autistic people feel about the same label. Let me know in the comments! Also please feel free to correct or enlighten me on anything if needed :)

Although no longer used in clinical diagnoses, I hear a lot of people refer to us autistic folks as high- or…

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Lauren

Autistic woman. D&D enthusiast and DM. Humanist. Data person. I collect practical tips and real-life reflections for autistic adults at www.colourmeautistic.com