https://www.thedailybeast.com/billionaire-bill-gates-believes-he-has-autistic-behavior-pattern-match/
"He then reflected on certain of his own behaviors associated [sic]
and how he believes they are associated with the autism spectrum,
such as being "slow socializing" and a "behavior where I rock that
bothers people," known as "self-stimming" in autism literature,
according to the Child Mind Institute.
Unless I missed it, "self stimming" isn't described directly in the
article, but the meaning can be found on the Internet.
Stimming, also known as self-stimulatory behavior, is the repetition of physical movements, sounds, words, moving objects, or other behaviors.
Here's a breakdown:
Common Examples: Hand flapping, rocking, spinning, humming,
repeating words or phrases, flicking fingers, and more.
Why People Stim:
Sensory Regulation: To regulate sensory input, either seeking more stimulation or reducing overwhelming input.
Emotional Regulation: To manage anxiety, excitement, or other strong emotions.
Self-Soothing: To calm themselves and feel more comfortable.
Important Note: Stimming is not inherently negative. It's a natural way
for
many people, especially those on the autism spectrum, to cope with the
world around them.
It's crucial to remember:
Respectful Observation: If you see someone stimming, observe respectfully. Avoid staring or making comments.
Understanding: Try to understand that stimming serves a purpose for
the
individual.
Support: If you're concerned about someone's stimming, offer support
and understanding, rather than judgment.
If you have further questions about stimming or autism, it's always best
to
consult with professionals or reliable resources.
When Temple Grandin was young, she invented a device that puts
even
pressure on the entire body.
>>> Temple Grandin, an autistic individual and renowned
animal behavior expert, invented the "hug machine" or "squeeze machine" >during her youth. This device provides deep pressure stimulation, which
many people on the autism spectrum find comforting. It consists of two
padded sides that can be squeezed together, offering a calming effect
and helping to reduce anxiety. Grandin's work has significantly
contributed to understanding sensory needs and advocating for
individuals with autism.
On Sun, 26 Jan 2025 0:02:18 +0000, Ken Blake wrote:
https://www.thedailybeast.com/billionaire-bill-gates-believes-he-has-autistic-behavior-pattern-match/
"He then reflected on certain of his own behaviors associated [sic]
and how he believes they are associated with the autism spectrum,
such as being "slow socializing" and a "behavior where I rock that
bothers people," known as "self-stimming" in autism literature,
according to the Child Mind Institute.
Unless I missed it, "self stimming" isn't described directly in the
article, but the meaning can be found on the Internet.
Stimming, also known as self-stimulatory behavior, is the repetition of
physical movements, sounds, words, moving objects, or other behaviors.
i guess its bigger-motion than the common fidgeting
Here's a breakdown:
Common Examples: Hand flapping, rocking, spinning, humming,
repeating words or phrases, flicking fingers, and more.
Why People Stim:
Sensory Regulation: To regulate sensory input, either seeking more
stimulation or reducing overwhelming input.
Emotional Regulation: To manage anxiety, excitement, or other strong
emotions.
Self-Soothing: To calm themselves and feel more comfortable.
Important Note: Stimming is not inherently negative. It's a natural way
for
many people, especially those on the autism spectrum, to cope with the
world around them.
It's crucial to remember:
Respectful Observation: If you see someone stimming, observe
respectfully. Avoid staring or making comments.
Understanding: Try to understand that stimming serves a purpose for
the
individual.
Support: If you're concerned about someone's stimming, offer support
and understanding, rather than judgment.
If you have further questions about stimming or autism, it's always best
to
consult with professionals or reliable resources.
When Temple Grandin was young, she invented a device that puts
even
pressure on the entire body.
>>> Temple Grandin, an autistic individual and renowned
animal behavior expert, invented the "hug machine" or "squeeze machine" during her youth. This device provides deep pressure stimulation, which
many people on the autism spectrum find comforting. It consists of two
padded sides that can be squeezed together, offering a calming effect
and helping to reduce anxiety. Grandin's work has significantly
contributed to understanding sensory needs and advocating for
individuals with autism. [...]
My experience as a statistician dealing with "continuous" scales
makes me expect that a lot of people SHOULD be out there with minor
problems -- labeled 'problem' for the autistic -- that no one has
ever particularly noted.
On 26/01/25 17:30, Rich Ulrich wrote:
My experience as a statistician dealing with "continuous" scales
makes me expect that a lot of people SHOULD be out there with minor
problems -- labeled 'problem' for the autistic -- that no one has
ever particularly noted.
I have suspected for some time I'm on the autistic spectrum, and that
was confirmed last year. It went without being noticed by anyone for
most of my life, though. I believe there are a whole lot of us out there
at the high-functioning end of the scale, who are never documented
because we don't present with problems.
That agrees with what you are saying. The scale is a continuum, or near enough to being so, but one end is not worth investigating.
On 26/01/2025 11:42, Peter Moylan wrote:
On 26/01/25 17:30, Rich Ulrich wrote:
My experience as a statistician dealing with "continuous" scales
makes me expect that a lot of people SHOULD be out there with minor
problems -- labeled 'problem' for the autistic -- that no one has
ever particularly noted.
I have suspected for some time I'm on the autistic spectrum, and that
was confirmed last year. It went without being noticed by anyone for
most of my life, though. I believe there are a whole lot of us out there
at the high-functioning end of the scale, who are never documented
because we don't present with problems.
I'm sure I have pointed this out here before. Organisations like Google
and Microsoft have known for some time that autism is a gold-mine that
can be tapped into by their HR. There are tangible benefits for having employees who are on the (functional) side of the spectrum.
https://cloud.google.com/blog/topics/inside-google-cloud/google-cloud-launches-a-career-program-for-people-with-autism
Some takeaways:
* don't call it 'autism', which sounds like a medical condition. Call
it 'neurodiverse' ( (tm) occam )
* put it in you CV as a positive skill.
- "Have a driving license;
- Languages: English, French, Fortran, Pearl.
- Neurodiverse (certified by Google)
- Untainted by AI (honest, truthful, legal)
etc.
On Sun, 26 Jan 2025 03:45:35 +0000, HenHanna <[email protected]>
wrote:
When Temple Grandin was young, she invented a device that puts
even
pressure on the entire body.
>>> Temple Grandin, an autistic individual and renowned
animal behavior expert, invented the "hug machine" or "squeeze machine"
during her youth. This device provides deep pressure stimulation, which
many people on the autism spectrum find comforting. It consists of two
padded sides that can be squeezed together, offering a calming effect
and helping to reduce anxiety. Grandin's work has significantly
contributed to understanding sensory needs and advocating for
individuals with autism.
On Sun, 26 Jan 2025 0:02:18 +0000, Ken Blake wrote:
https://www.thedailybeast.com/billionaire-bill-gates-believes-he-has-autistic-behavior-pattern-match/
"He then reflected on certain of his own behaviors associated [sic]
and how he believes they are associated with the autism spectrum,
such as being "slow socializing" and a "behavior where I rock that
bothers people," known as "self-stimming" in autism literature,
according to the Child Mind Institute.
Unless I missed it, "self stimming" isn't described directly in the
article, but the meaning can be found on the Internet.
Stimming, also known as self-stimulatory behavior, is the repetition of
physical movements, sounds, words, moving objects, or other behaviors.
i guess its bigger-motion than the common fidgeting
The experts these days probably use a rating scale, and
fidgeting of any amount would score higher than zero.
I spent my career analyzing rating scales. After my career
in data analysis, I happened to get interested in autism. (That
was after interacting with an Aspie in the statistics groups. I've
mentioned that before).
As I see it now, many "neurotypicals" may "stim" -- possibly
owing to some version of the same neurological problems.
Measurable neurological PROBLEMs are common for severe
autistics. Sensory distortions (including inconsistency) are
found in most (I think) severe autistics. My experience as
a statistician dealing with "continuous" scales makes me
expect that a lot of people SHOULD be out there with
minor problems -- labeled 'problem' for the autistic -- that
no one has ever particularly noted.
I thought that the role of Kyra Sedgwick as The Closer (TV, 2005)
was intentionally written to show someone on the autistic spectrum,
even afte a couple of smart friends I asked, back then, disagreed.
Looking back, I still think the same. Or, maybe, I should have said,
"She FREQUENTLY shows behaviors that are typical for people on
the autistic spectrum."
Here's a breakdown:
Common Examples: Hand flapping, rocking, spinning, humming,
repeating words or phrases, flicking fingers, and more.
Why People Stim:
Sensory Regulation: To regulate sensory input, either seeking more
stimulation or reducing overwhelming input.
Emotional Regulation: To manage anxiety, excitement, or other strong
emotions.
Self-Soothing: To calm themselves and feel more comfortable.
Important Note: Stimming is not inherently negative. It's a natural way
for
many people, especially those on the autism spectrum, to cope with the
world around them.
It's crucial to remember:
Respectful Observation: If you see someone stimming, observe
respectfully. Avoid staring or making comments.
Understanding: Try to understand that stimming serves a purpose for >>> the
individual.
Support: If you're concerned about someone's stimming, offer support >>> and understanding, rather than judgment.
If you have further questions about stimming or autism, it's always best >>> to
consult with professionals or reliable resources.
Le 26/01/2025 à 03:45, HenHanna a écrit :
When Temple Grandin was young, she invented a device that puts
even
pressure on the entire body.
>>> Temple Grandin, an autistic individual and renowned
animal behavior expert, invented the "hug machine" or "squeeze machine"
during her youth. This device provides deep pressure stimulation, which
many people on the autism spectrum find comforting. It consists of two
padded sides that can be squeezed together, offering a calming effect
and helping to reduce anxiety. Grandin's work has significantly
contributed to understanding sensory needs and advocating for
individuals with autism. [...]
For (to increase their number)? On behalf of?
As I recall, Grandin was inspired by a machine that held cattle still
while they were being vaccinated. It's a natural calming effect, as in a
hug, and is exploited in products such as weighted blankets and thunder >jackets for dogs.
On 26/01/25 17:30, Rich Ulrich wrote:
My experience as a statistician dealing with "continuous" scales
makes me expect that a lot of people SHOULD be out there with minor problems -- labeled 'problem' for the autistic -- that no one has
ever particularly noted.
I have suspected for some time I'm on the autistic spectrum, and that
was confirmed last year. It went without being noticed by anyone for
most of my life, though. I believe there are a whole lot of us out there
at the high-functioning end of the scale, who are never documented
because we don't present with problems.
That agrees with what you are saying. The scale is a continuum, or near enough to being so, but one end is not worth investigating.
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