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Is being emotionless a sign of autism?
It’s true that many people with autism don’t show emotion in ways that people without the condition would recognize. But the notion that people with autism generally lack empathy and cannot recognize feelings is wrong.
What medical issues sometimes accompany autism?
Medical Conditions Associated with Autism
- Gastrointestinal (GI) problems.
- Epilepsy.
- Feeding issues.
- Disrupted sleep.
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Anxiety.
- Depression.
- Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
What are the signs of an autistic person being insensitive?
The “insensitivity” in many autistic people is called by cluelessness, overwhelm, and misunderstanding, not by lack of caring. Other autism symptoms include strong emotions, stimming (unusual fidgeting), dislike of eye contact, sluggishness, passionate special interests, need for routine, and general clumsiness..
Do autistic people have a harder time expressing empathy?
A 2018 study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders found that people with alexithymia have a harder time expressing empathy, regardless of whether or not they have autism. However, people with this condition who do not have alexithymia were better able to show empathy.
What are the traits of insensitive people?
” One of the main traits of insensitive people is a lack of empathy. While empathy exists in varying degrees, and some people are simply more sensitive than others, having very little empathy can make you come off as cold or uncaring. There are two types of empathy: cognitive empathy and emotional empathy.
How do I know if I’m insensitive or not?
As it’s difficult to judge yourself objectively, it can be hard to gauge whether or not you’re insensitive. However, paying close attention to your own emotional reactions and how others engage with you can help. You should also consider whether you may have certain psychiatric disorders that can affect your ability to empathize.