I spent a day with AUTISTIC PEOPLE

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  • I spent a day with people on the autism spectrium to learn the truth about this often misunderstood disorder.
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  • @AnthonyPadilla
    @AnthonyPadilla  4 ปีที่แล้ว +35448

    NOTE: some misinformed people are recommending i call the video “people with autism” to be more respectful but i reached out to the autistic community and “autistic people” is heavily preferred. please listen to the community before spreading potentially incorrect* information.
    ORIGINAL POST: come back next week for *I spent a day with 911 EMERGENCY DISPATCHERS* -- thank you so much for supporting me and this series :)
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    • @SylviaRustyFae
      @SylviaRustyFae 4 ปีที่แล้ว +743

      Nonbinary people and binary trans people are both deserving of a spent a day with from you.

    • @badentertainment5062
      @badentertainment5062 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      I turned it on

    • @pennywise3279
      @pennywise3279 4 ปีที่แล้ว +361

      Thanks Anthony I have autism have a great day

    • @hayzmation5354
      @hayzmation5354 4 ปีที่แล้ว +146

      Man of the people right here

    • @bluefishinthecut
      @bluefishinthecut 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      What about spending a day with people who love gore in horror movies

  • @eeurydicee
    @eeurydicee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5001

    “People get built different; we don’t have to understand it, we just have to respect it”
    -Bubblegum

    • @jaaaaaane
      @jaaaaaane 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Meurtre Du Corbeau YES. YES. THAT IS MY FAVORITE QUOTE FROM THE SHOW 😤👏👏👏 AND IT IS SO VERY TRUE.

    • @annathelesbian2605
      @annathelesbian2605 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Yes RESPECT. Aretha Franklin knew it well.

    • @supergekume7615
      @supergekume7615 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      you really gonna make me cry. adventure time is the show of the decade

    • @dalicia1322
      @dalicia1322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Who else read this in princess Bubblegums voice 😂

    • @jesuschrist4752
      @jesuschrist4752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      "Something weird is just something familiar, viewed from a different angle"

  • @blazeyoung8106
    @blazeyoung8106 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9796

    My little brother is autistic, he didn’t realize that it’s a “disability” until he saw a scholarship notice addressed to him for being disabled. His response was “I thought autism just made me smart” I love him.
    Edit: just to clarify a little bit the scholarship is offered to every “disabled” child in my state to go to private school grades k-12 not college. My brother goes to normal public school and does not need an aid or attend ESE classes and excels academically. I do know someone personally who used this scholarship so that they went to a year round private school and that helped them tremendously with having a consistent schedule and help alleviate some of the obstacles they faced when in normal public school.

    • @saperoi
      @saperoi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      Me in a nutshell

    • @chikenduk
      @chikenduk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +101

      Blaze Young aw so wholesome 😁

    • @jsharkly
      @jsharkly 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      i- autistic people can get scholarships for being autism 👀👀 is that possible?

    • @requirementsrequired4384
      @requirementsrequired4384 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Blaze Young Bless his soul!

    • @Jolien_birbwhisperer
      @Jolien_birbwhisperer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +136

      He's not disabled. He has a developmental disorder but that doesn't cripple him from learning and evolving as a person. If you love your brother, make sure that he understands that because if he grows up to believe that he's disabled, it will prevent him from functioning to the best of his ability and put a constant downer on him.

  • @themuffinman7278
    @themuffinman7278 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18897

    Lmao that guy is so funny “Why are people more worried about their child having autism than having polio” 😂

    • @ItzYoGyalCuTiE
      @ItzYoGyalCuTiE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +347

      True, some folks just got this all wrong. Like, are afraid to have a kid with autism.

    • @sabinethegaydragongeek
      @sabinethegaydragongeek 4 ปีที่แล้ว +104

      Because people are afraid of kids being the r word I guess? People are fucking crazy.

    • @bellac6311
      @bellac6311 4 ปีที่แล้ว +375

      Exactly, i always say id take my autism over a being dead by 4.

    • @mr.mcthicc1073
      @mr.mcthicc1073 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      I mean hes right though

    • @RainbowRoadCrashTest
      @RainbowRoadCrashTest 4 ปีที่แล้ว +194

      @Hello Satan I have Mild Autism, and all I can say, It's really not that bad. My autism is so mild most people can't tell that I have autism. I rather have severe autism than laying in bed with a lifebox covering my body 24/7 of my life as some people with polio had. Basically what I'm saying, "Damn nigga, you crazy" to anyone who rather have polio than autism.

  • @Georgei_xx
    @Georgei_xx ปีที่แล้ว +881

    Im autistic and a lot of people think im just a stupid immature person and it really hurts. I really appreciate this video lol

    • @splitsee2526
      @splitsee2526 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      yea. i still feel like im unfunny or disliked, its just smth you gotta come into terms with

    • @sonicfan82
      @sonicfan82 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I don’t View you like that, I think you’re very smart, and very loving.

    • @okjeffy6581
      @okjeffy6581 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      When I was in 5th grade, people liked me for being Autistic.

    • @sailoragitate900
      @sailoragitate900 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      their opinion is not a reflection of your true worth. never doubt yourself ♥

    • @Georgei_xx
      @Georgei_xx ปีที่แล้ว +11

      ​@@sonicfan82bless you you're very nice ❤

  • @Jasonzvo
    @Jasonzvo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6938

    I always question why do we teach people with disabilities how to behave around others but not teach people without disabilities how to treat people with disabilities properly and behave around them

    • @nope8404-m5q
      @nope8404-m5q 4 ปีที่แล้ว +293

      As an autistic person I agree with this SO. MUCH. I could go on a whole rant about it!

    • @zotial5937
      @zotial5937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +130

      Snowpod AGREED with being on the autism spectrum myself, whats the point of being diagnosed with a mental disorder or something like that if you can’t tell people you may act weird due to it without people saying you’re making excuses when you can’t help it!

    • @ItsMe-ch1yp
      @ItsMe-ch1yp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +148

      I went to an elementary school that had a classroom for kids with severe autism, and I was asked to help out that class often because the teachers said I was so nice to them, and at first I played it off as a, "aren't everybody nice?" But the older I got the more I learned the cruel reality. I was often asked offensive things like, "how could you be around them? They are scary." And it is completely untrue. People with disabilities get treated so terribly and it is a shame.

    • @remuslupin1713
      @remuslupin1713 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      i don’t have autism but i do have adhd and sometimes ill zone out on my teachers, i have motor tics so sometimes my hands will shake or i’ll jerk my head and people think im being weird, i have a very hard time finishing things and i forget a lot and people think im ignoring them or smth and it makes me feel really bad about myself because i can’t help it

    • @leaff123
      @leaff123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      fr man. I used to help teach a class of kids with autism and they were literally the sweetest. tbh no one would make fun of them but they didn’t want to help out the class either.

  • @doomdong69420
    @doomdong69420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8171

    At first I thought these “I spent a day with...” videos were clickbaitey and annoying. But after watching a few I see that he is genuinely trying to remove stigma and have some well educated entertainment. As someone who is on the spectrum, I really appreciate how polite he was and how he was factual yet kind.

    • @darkhorseash4337
      @darkhorseash4337 4 ปีที่แล้ว +331

      Yeah like, the titles are definitely a little clickbaity (which, it's youtube, fair enough) But he genuinely does seem to put the effort in to educate himself about the topics

    • @taillesshalo8373
      @taillesshalo8373 4 ปีที่แล้ว +260

      @@darkhorseash4337 I'm pretty sure he does the clickbaity titles/thumbnails to get more people to click. I mean..the more people click the more get educated and learn

    • @darkhorseash4337
      @darkhorseash4337 4 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      @@taillesshalo8373 oh for sure that's why I said I understand it. Like, it's youtube, that's definitely the best way to get people to learn.

    • @raspberry__4395
      @raspberry__4395 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same

    • @nonewem5180
      @nonewem5180 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Saaaame

  • @slaylations8880
    @slaylations8880 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3964

    The girl with the blonde-ish brown hair is honestly the biggest sweetheart ever

    • @heykittygurl9416
      @heykittygurl9416 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      yee haw literally 💓

    • @nopeweeb5511
      @nopeweeb5511 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      I think she’s beautiful too

    • @gabrielknott5174
      @gabrielknott5174 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Yes I love her she sweet I want her as my friend

    • @scoupsmisser
      @scoupsmisser 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @Blackpilled Saint ???

    • @angelapie
      @angelapie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      @Blackpilled Saint Bohoo cry more, incel

  • @Taurismh
    @Taurismh ปีที่แล้ว +1126

    Me watching it because I needed a reminder that I’m not the only autistic person

    • @stasialii
      @stasialii ปีที่แล้ว +43

      It's fascinating that we think differently. I also have autism and I don't give a fuck about who else that has.

    • @fdjgkhfsdkghfskjghdf_
      @fdjgkhfsdkghfskjghdf_ ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@stasialii i do all the time hahahh

    • @dionysus4742
      @dionysus4742 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same, so relateable fam

    • @GeneralCatDad
      @GeneralCatDad ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stasialii honest to god same

    • @-M00N-
      @-M00N- ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yea,I’m getting tested in a couple days!!I struggle with sensory+communication issues so at least if i get diagnosed i can get more support

  • @jasmine-zf5hv
    @jasmine-zf5hv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1798

    "i may be autistic but at least im not dying"
    MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD

  • @VOLAIRE
    @VOLAIRE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6954

    The girl talking about getting bullied and being mistreated by her teacher and students. Heartbreaking.

  • @levyk1020
    @levyk1020 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5322

    When she said the teacher told the kids to be mean to her breaks my heart. That teacher should’ve been fired. That’s honestly so sad :(

    • @spookberryette5523
      @spookberryette5523 4 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      Yeah, that's not right. And it is sad too

    • @heleninglis9961
      @heleninglis9961 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      That part broke me 😢

    • @TheJesusAlejandra
      @TheJesusAlejandra 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    • @Frankieky
      @Frankieky 4 ปีที่แล้ว +146

      For me I have autism and last year in school ny teacher bullied me so much that I went into a early state of depression but since I had asutism it was really deap but my teacher this year made me feel better about myself and helped my cope and I think he's why I'm not dead rn

    • @makototakara7025
      @makototakara7025 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I agree, that is messed up.

  • @valness3017
    @valness3017 ปีที่แล้ว +270

    I was pleasantly surprised to hear "I really like bubbly people".
    Im often described as being very bubbly and social, and my husband is on the spectrum along with several of my friends. I always thought my kind of personality would actually be annoying for someone on the spectrum because im so giggly and struggle to remain quiet. However, my husband always tells me I'm super expressive and warm to people which makes it very easy to read me. Its kinda nice to know my energy actually works for some people.

    • @eeeaten
      @eeeaten ปีที่แล้ว +29

      introverts love extroverts when it's 1-1 or small groups :)

    • @dudedude31415
      @dudedude31415 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      As someone on the spectrum, I really appreciate people that behave like you. I feel more comfortable with direct and expressive people, than with very controlled people. (Not saving you don't self-control).
      It really irritates me when people behave according to etiquette because that makes me feel like not getting the social queue or even worse when I get the actual queue, I feel like they are viewing me as dumb enough to not see it.
      I really like it when people are just very direct. And it reduces my efforts to find the subtext queues.

    • @royallyawesome9596
      @royallyawesome9596 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bubbly people tend to attract less social people, and autistic people tend to be I guess socially awkward for lack of better words.

  • @saakhiesingh404
    @saakhiesingh404 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4339

    "I may be autistic but at least im not dying" OH MY GOD😂😂SHOW THIS TO ALL THE KARENS

    • @jokolelono4606
      @jokolelono4606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      hey there its me, ja that guy

    • @cynthiapoulose6000
      @cynthiapoulose6000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      @@CrustyUgg No,I think they mean cos,"Karens" typically don't vaccinate their kids, but have a giant hatred against autistic people. They even say vaccines cause autism. That is obviously so not true,autism is a totally different thing.

    • @angelfrick7297
      @angelfrick7297 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jokolelono4606 huh?

    • @Ohokk0
      @Ohokk0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Jack Mehoff sounds like we have a karen on our hands here trying to defend the karens

    • @macarooni4023
      @macarooni4023 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Jack Mehoff tf are you saying re read the damn comment and come back when you can use reasoning skills

  • @Gcool243
    @Gcool243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7874

    do a “I spent a day with ghosts” and just have a one sided interview as if your talking to other people

  • @emmi5277
    @emmi5277 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7559

    I love how he’s not using the baby voice like other people use when talking to someone who has autism

    • @lisemagic208
      @lisemagic208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +414

      YES! I go to a public high school and I witness people using that voice and being condescending towards more obviously autistic kids in my classes all the time! (I also have it but I can mask it pretty well). I’ve named it the Hamster Phenomenon, because they are treated like class pets.

    • @Coffee.spider
      @Coffee.spider 4 ปีที่แล้ว +290

      FINALLY SOMEONE SAID IT!!!

    • @grease317
      @grease317 4 ปีที่แล้ว +198

      @@lisemagic208 ehh i don’t think people are trying to be Condescending their just trying to be considerate but it just comes douchey

    • @ItsMe-ch1yp
      @ItsMe-ch1yp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +187

      As someone who has spent a lot of time around the autistic community I can say that THIS is true. I don't have that problem, but when ever my friends join me it's like they are talking to a puppy.

    • @Myliu903
      @Myliu903 4 ปีที่แล้ว +171

      Yes, very true. My older brother has autism but ran into a psychiatrist that used baby talk on him. He was 24 at the time. It was very offensive. Although my brother was pretty calm about it. I was more upset than he was but I respect that about him very much.

  • @ellencristini3936
    @ellencristini3936 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +282

    I'm autistic, and I like the fact that he invited two women and a black man, in the media autism is often portrayed by white boys, and also women and poc are usually underdiagnosed or are diagnosed later, so I think it's very nice to show autism in different faces and not in the usual representation ♾❤

    • @skullwund8676
      @skullwund8676 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      or maybe he doesn't care bout any of that and just ivited 3 people or 2 woman and a man

    • @ellencristini3936
      @ellencristini3936 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      yeah, but good representation is always nice to see anyways @@skullwund8676

    • @daryissaplayz2312
      @daryissaplayz2312 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

      ​@@skullwund8676Even if he didn't care, it's still good he invited them.

    • @DUSKvsDAWN
      @DUSKvsDAWN หลายเดือนก่อน

      Especially women with autism go undiagnosed for a long time because we are so damn good at masking. We grow up compensating for pretty much everything and most of us are super empathic, so lots of people are super surprised when we say that we're autistic.

  • @callmekremit7147
    @callmekremit7147 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22486

    Not saying Anthony doesn’t have his flaws, he’s only human, but if everyone on earth had even a fraction of Anthony’s kindness and acceptance the world would be a better place

    • @adampatel8763
      @adampatel8763 4 ปีที่แล้ว +247

      Damn straight.

    • @Xervolmao
      @Xervolmao 4 ปีที่แล้ว +240

      *creeps out of the shadows*
      I just want people to stop associating autistic (and a variety of other things) with furries. Like, lemme just be me. Stop, just brainlessly attacking me as soon as you know I'm a furry. One half of me gets pissed off, the other gets a true taste of the cruel and crippling world. Either way, it's not great.
      K bye now!

    • @SillyChickens222
      @SillyChickens222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      CallMeKremit he vibes with each person so well! I love it!

    • @callmekremit7147
      @callmekremit7147 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Infinity_ Tivon_ it must be pretty tough out there for you guys, hang in there

    • @erin7014
      @erin7014 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Well said friend

  • @keeganlillith9694
    @keeganlillith9694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2977

    “It’s an invisible disorder.”
    UNDERSTATEMENT OF THE CENTURY
    I’ve been told I was lying or that I simply couldn’t be autistic because I’m high functioning.

    • @Nemome10
      @Nemome10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      This!! And also just because it may not be obvious in an adult, that doesn't mean that the symptoms were always invisible. Many people worked really hard and went through a lot to get to where they are as adults and it can be really hurtful for someone to say things like "oh but your autism isn't severe".

    • @jessilynnweibel5254
      @jessilynnweibel5254 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      THANK. YOU.

    • @asuari7305
      @asuari7305 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      I was told that I’m too high functioning to have autism by a psychiatrist but I still feel connected to the community

    • @annathelesbian2605
      @annathelesbian2605 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yeah my friend is really not that different, so people don't believe him when he tells them.

    • @Voo9999
      @Voo9999 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      dang

  • @certlovrboy1089
    @certlovrboy1089 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3337

    "Why do you have a license?"
    *"Im not blind."*

    • @allisond.46
      @allisond.46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      That’s also why I have a permit.

    • @FREAKOFNATURE-mb8oo
      @FREAKOFNATURE-mb8oo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Lol, why are these even questions people have??

    • @RexusTheWolf
      @RexusTheWolf 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      🤯🤯🤯🤯

  • @OverlordMalarkey
    @OverlordMalarkey ปีที่แล้ว +160

    One thing I can not stand as I'm with Asperger's/Autism myself is being looked down and talked to like I'm a child.
    It angers me when people do this. I'm not a child, I am in my mid 20s. Talk to me and treat me like an adult. I put with it when I was younger but I sure as hell not putting up with it as an adult.

    • @DarkStarCoreX
      @DarkStarCoreX ปีที่แล้ว +23

      OH MY GOD TELL ME ABOUT IT. I have classmates who are constantly talking to me like i'm a fucking 5 year old. I'm 15 not a baby, so talk to me like I'm 15.

    • @komisan_
      @komisan_ ปีที่แล้ว +18

      oh same, I'm also in my mid 20s. usually I can feel the vibes change straight as I tell someone I am autistic, they start treating me like I'm a child and I'm unable to look after myself or do anything. drives me insane

    • @the_crystal_artist8873
      @the_crystal_artist8873 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      So many times, someone will make like a dirty joke and I will ask them to explain because I didn’t get it, and they’re always like, “No! You too sweet and innocent!” I’m 16 almost 17. I know what sex is. Just explain the joke so I can laugh with you guys.

    • @owengraziano7288
      @owengraziano7288 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same. 1000% same.

    • @PowerSpirit50
      @PowerSpirit50 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I find that being straightforward with telling them that speeds up development. And you can always call them out on it after and be in the right.

  • @mrdeerqc
    @mrdeerqc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1477

    "Yeah, I have autism but at least I'm not dying!"
    That was perfect.

    • @mythic_sinner1138
      @mythic_sinner1138 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nice spelling my guy

    • @mrdeerqc
      @mrdeerqc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Synthick6475 9 oups
      Gonna change it
      Thanks m8

  • @nickgrice7288
    @nickgrice7288 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2976

    “I may be autistic but atleast I’m not dying” -2020
    Love this dude call them out bro sending you love

    • @australiankappa8123
      @australiankappa8123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Nick Grice I give u one reply because no reply’s 532 likes is sad

    • @TjAndersonMMA
      @TjAndersonMMA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@australiankappa8123 delete it so no replys

    • @jungkooks_microwavephobia
      @jungkooks_microwavephobia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      say it louder for those anti-vax karens in the back

    • @kaedynsummers4567
      @kaedynsummers4567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Made me happy bc I do have autism. and it's NOT THAT SEVERE but I do have out brakes

    • @gemma8612
      @gemma8612 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      💛

  • @skelly9381
    @skelly9381 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4956

    i love how the series started as a joke and now its just Anthony being educated by ppl lmao

    • @sophiej942
      @sophiej942 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      luna uhh ya 😂

    • @darkvoidb9717
      @darkvoidb9717 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      $$$$

    • @karinisvetcool
      @karinisvetcool 4 ปีที่แล้ว +200

      It turned into actual journalism, and I love it.

    • @nick5989
      @nick5989 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm in this video and I'm not happy

    • @calebwagner1009
      @calebwagner1009 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      NICOLAS LEVIK wdym

  • @FedGrod
    @FedGrod ปีที่แล้ว +295

    The worst part of having it is hearing people call things or people acting stupid "autistic" like autistic means disturbing and threatening a no more than an insult

    • @kilargo4588
      @kilargo4588 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I'm autistic and I don't care if people call things autistic. I think it's kinda funny.

    • @BotchuLeeSim
      @BotchuLeeSim ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m autistic and I don’t care, as long as they aren’t trying to offend autistic people I don’t give a flying… you get the picture

    • @LootFragg
      @LootFragg ปีที่แล้ว +15

      ​@@kilargo4588 I don't think I can take your statement at face value, since many people self-denigrate for acceptance as a coping mechanism. In other words: If I was autistic, I'd be happy about people using "autistic" as an insult if I felt marginalized and this tolerance would put me more on display. I'd make self-deprecating jokes because being cool with it is a way of at least not being "that guy". Also, I'd do it to protest against the fakeness of people instrumentalizing my condition to gain social standing by pretending to be an ally without listening to me.
      But really, in a very unrealistic, very far off utopia, in the ideal circumstances, in a perfect world where everybody listens, and everything is better, I wouldn't want people to use an attribute that describes me to also describe something we all agree is bad. Because it would mean I'd always be bad, even if I was cool enough to deal with it. You know?
      I'm not autistic and I don't know how an autistic perspective differs from mine, but this is my long-winded explanation on why I don't trust general statements like yours. I'm just abstracting my experience as racial minority and it just feels so similar, with me making self-deprecating jokes for fun, but with an eternal little wound underneath and a deep-seated desire to just be considered adequate and not inferior.
      Let me know if this sounds about right to you or if you genuinely love when people equate "bad = autistic".

    • @FedGrod
      @FedGrod ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@kilargo4588 I do not believe you. I think you are a person without autism who uses the word autistic like that and you're trying to make it sound as if it isn't a horrible thing to do to validate yourself.

    • @FedGrod
      @FedGrod ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@LootFragg thank you.

  • @idkman2633
    @idkman2633 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2334

    “Why is autism worse than polio” amen brother

    • @Project_Slagharen
      @Project_Slagharen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      It's like saying diarhea tastes better then milk smh.

    • @sammybaby7846
      @sammybaby7846 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Kraken Rebellion do you want a cookie 🤔

    • @RJIS
      @RJIS 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Idk man and the dumbest comment of the year award goes to you

    • @autumnsprite
      @autumnsprite 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@Craig_edge2002 the comment is meant to reflect on how antivax people use the false claim that vaccines cause autism seem to prefer the risk of the child getting polio over them getting autism

    • @bruhgrranger4606
      @bruhgrranger4606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Kraken Rebellion Nice essay bro

  • @gay-flower
    @gay-flower ปีที่แล้ว +5994

    "i mean. i may be autistic but at least i'm not dying???"
    had me cackling ngl

    • @cristianjuarez1086
      @cristianjuarez1086 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      ye, but sadly some people in the spectrum do die because of it

    • @1amChrlie
      @1amChrlie ปีที่แล้ว +103

      @David Welch We aren’t something that can be prayed away man 💀💀

    • @JB-mh5xy
      @JB-mh5xy ปีที่แล้ว

      @David Welch You... renounce? Autism?

    • @somedudethatdoesthings8057
      @somedudethatdoesthings8057 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      @@davidwelch42 This is really stupid. We don't renounce these things. We use them to glorify and honor Jesus by overcoming the challenges that things like autism can give us.

    • @-thunderstar-6414
      @-thunderstar-6414 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@davidwelch421.) Autism can't be prayed away
      2.) Even if it could, many people with autism would choose to keep it.

  • @warmcozyasmr4094
    @warmcozyasmr4094 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3531

    “I felt like the world was against me just for existing” that broke me 🥺

    • @allstr8peopledeservetodie10
      @allstr8peopledeservetodie10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      12345678910 i-

    • @MrsMangaLove
      @MrsMangaLove 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      That would be nice if Everyone thought the same way you do! As someone with autism i have been bullied for it for such a long time as well, and had an extremely hard time accepting it... It was like i didn't want to be the way i am because people disliked it too much. But i ended up accepting my disorder, cause in the end it's not wrong and i wouldn't be the way i am if i didn't have it. Sure sometimes that's harder to function and think things properly but i can also laugh at myself sometimes and stop blaming myself. Alot of autistic people don't feel accepted and that's really sad

    • @soph1097
      @soph1097 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@MrsMangaLove it took me till i was 17 to actually start loving myself and accepting myself
      I got bullied for 12 years straight (all the way through primary and high school) and it made me feel like I should hate myself and that I shouldn't be here but in college I found the most accepting group of friends and the right support staff who encouraged me and made me realise its nothing to be ashamed of
      I get suuuuuper hyper at times and it annoys people so they have to calm me down and I have frequent anxiety attacks but that's just a part of life now.
      My boyfriend calls me quirky and barking mad but he loves it and he helps me through the tough times lol

    • @delyricoracle
      @delyricoracle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I cried when she said it and again when I read the comment

    • @KingXNYCTallSosa
      @KingXNYCTallSosa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@delyricoracle Me too

  • @corey3642
    @corey3642 ปีที่แล้ว +322

    It broke my heart when Jasmine talked about being bullied in school and to this day, even. I have had very similar experiences. She seems so smart and friendly. I would love to have a friend like her.

  • @calipigenia
    @calipigenia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3363

    Spend a day with people with OCD.
    More people need to realize that their quirks aren't OCD.

    • @skyesnowfeather2427
      @skyesnowfeather2427 4 ปีที่แล้ว +152

      I don't even have OCD and I FULLY agree!

    • @ghostqpid3079
      @ghostqpid3079 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      I have OCD and I agree!

    • @DragonPanda4
      @DragonPanda4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I'm on the fence on if I have OCD or not, so I definitely need this.

    • @ayanda5967
      @ayanda5967 4 ปีที่แล้ว +123

      Timothy Crowther no, you need to see someone if that’s the case

    • @PrincessofKeys
      @PrincessofKeys 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Have yet to be diagnosed but Im sure I have it

  • @ayojadxn
    @ayojadxn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3933

    “People get built different; we don’t have to understand it, we just have to respect it”

    • @ChristainVonBerryStein
      @ChristainVonBerryStein 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Is this a quote from adventure Time?

    • @chickenfdisoruhg4915
      @chickenfdisoruhg4915 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      @@ChristainVonBerryStein you know it dawg. It was from Season 7 too.

    • @dreamcost7227
      @dreamcost7227 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@ChristainVonBerryStein i knew i heard that quote from somewhere

    • @iam_sherlocked8421
      @iam_sherlocked8421 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I don't know why that "people get built different" reminded me of that tiktok meme, where the muscular man breaks an egg with his muscle and says, "I'm built different" :D but very good point and quote nonetheless!

    • @SunIsLost
      @SunIsLost 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      True yes

  • @stayquiet476
    @stayquiet476 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3074

    When the girl started talking about being bullied it really broke my heart she seems so sweet

    • @bridgetison
      @bridgetison 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Stay Quiet Films mine too 💔💔

    • @evolveds2302
      @evolveds2302 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dude she’s fucking sped what are you talking about

    • @michellewan2dance
      @michellewan2dance 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@evolveds2302 What is Sped?

    • @user-oy6hk1gn7l
      @user-oy6hk1gn7l 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      @@michellewan2dance Report them. They're going through every top comment with this shit and it's obviously a derogatory term. Not even trying to troll creatively lmao

    • @skyestarseed1778
      @skyestarseed1778 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Me too :( it's so sad she had to go through that

  • @emporioalnino4670
    @emporioalnino4670 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    The worst part of being autistic is not being treated like an equal, as if I'm not even human. They regard me as a thoughtless child to be pitied, or some cold unfeeling genius straight out of (insert autism media here). Even worse is when people get scared of me for not "behaving normal". I'm a big tall guy with the classic autistic "resting bitch face" so a lot of people especially women tend to think I'm a potential threat. The reality is I'm a total softy but because it's not tattooed on my forehead they think I'm a creep and a weirdo. What the hell am I doing here, I don't below here.

    • @eeeaten
      @eeeaten ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i hear you emporio. it is not easy.

    • @emporioalnino4670
      @emporioalnino4670 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I do like being autistic and i wouldn't change that about myself even if I could. It's part of my identity. I just wish I got treated better lmao

    • @Couldubelove
      @Couldubelove 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      True, it sucks not being treated like a human just because I was born different than the majority (also, love the Radiohead reference)

    • @pissbabymkultra
      @pissbabymkultra 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      same bruh i hate when people get pissed at me for "looking too serious" all the time

  • @helenpatatfanas
    @helenpatatfanas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3362

    "Why do you have your license if you have autism?
    I'm not blind"
    OMG I'M DECEASED

    • @talentlesscommenter1329
      @talentlesscommenter1329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      May you rest in peace

    • @morgan3918
      @morgan3918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      I am autistic and cannot drive. That said, I am but one of 7 BILLION humans, and my best friend, a fellow aspie, has her license and is a successful driver. I just don't understand why autism = an inability to do certain things across the board.

    • @NaudVanDalen
      @NaudVanDalen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I had trouble driving because of having to focus on many different things including stick shift. Turns out most Americans drive automatic cars so I don't feel bad for my trouble with stick shift driving.

    • @nem5217
      @nem5217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@NaudVanDalen I don’t know about you but I’m high functioning autistic and one of my biggest fears about driving is hitting somebody’s car or hitting walking or crashing etc is there a way to overcome that?

    • @NaudVanDalen
      @NaudVanDalen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nem5217 I don't know. I stopped getting driving lessons because it was too stressful.

  • @smellyrat6009
    @smellyrat6009 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2991

    It’s so stupid when someone’s using autism as a insult “do you have autism?” Or are just hating

    • @senseispud2197
      @senseispud2197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +224

      But just owning that shit is funny. Being like "yes I do! Thank you for being so considerate!" is just... great. Leaves them dumbfounded.

    • @burymyreflection
      @burymyreflection 4 ปีที่แล้ว +175

      Same with when people use gay as an insult

    • @jean_the_bean
      @jean_the_bean 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      ikr someone once said to me 'the only test you can pass without studying is autism' - now (waiting for an autism assessment) I'm like yeah, and?

    • @croissant._.003
      @croissant._.003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Smelly Rat dude my entire family does that. It makes me want to slap them so bad.

    • @jean_the_bean
      @jean_the_bean 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      @Rebecca Ellner sorry - we're saying that people are mean to us or mean to others. I was NOT supporting that insult, I was saying it's really inconsiderate when people say "you have autism" as an offence 😕

  • @BP9000
    @BP9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +710

    "How is having autism worse than dying of polio"
    This guys sense of humor is out of sight

  • @jackd.rifter3299
    @jackd.rifter3299 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

    I found out a few years ago that I'm autistic. My family hid it from me my whole life hoping I would eventually outgrow it and I finally understand more after a few years of research and honestly, I wish I would have known sooner because I would have known what community I should talk with instead of just isolating like I've always done. It's very inspiring though to see all of the great things other autistics have accomplished even if I can't do what they do and it gives me hope and makes me feel pride in something for once. I feel proud to be me instead of feeling ashamed for existing.

    • @ChaosVixen
      @ChaosVixen 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Honey, I spent my whole life thinking I was weird. Turns out - autism. But are we the broken ones? Because in my opinion we care more.

    • @SonnyB.Greenware
      @SonnyB.Greenware 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I just found out a year ago at the age of 21 and it’s changed so much for me. Everything makes sense now! 😂 I’m able to unmask now and it’s so nice. Sometimes I feel like I’m normal and neurotypicals are the “weird” ones 😂😂

    • @jackd.rifter3299
      @jackd.rifter3299 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@SonnyB.Greenware So far I haven't figured out how to unmask and what makes it "funny" is that I was never good at masking anyway and people could tell. 😆

    • @SonnyB.Greenware
      @SonnyB.Greenware 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@jackd.rifter3299 it feels weird at first. i felt like i was faking it or performing because i struggle with being perceived. when i would stim it would feel .. silly? but now it feels good and natural for me and it helps me a lot i don’t get burnout so easily! i wish you well on your unmasking journey !!

    • @jackd.rifter3299
      @jackd.rifter3299 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@SonnyB.Greenware I've actually noticed similar with myself! I was taught not to stim as a child to appear "normal" but kept having meltdowns and burnouts.

  • @sarabeaarr
    @sarabeaarr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2822

    Oof, I seriously teared up when Jasmine was talking about how she was bullied in school and still get bullied by adults. People can be so cruel.

    • @borizzch
      @borizzch 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      SAME HERE

    • @JessieJamesPlays
      @JessieJamesPlays 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      Reality is often dissapointing

    • @kotanovakota
      @kotanovakota 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      As a former bully myself I had never moved on from my mistakes in life and regretted everyday to take it back

    • @Reblobler
      @Reblobler 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@kotanovakota asshole

    • @Kim_Marie97
      @Kim_Marie97 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      I nearly killed myself at school right before my graduation because there were these girls who didn't care or want to understand me. Schools need better understanding and discipline because I had every right to be there and not in a special school

  • @augusth7975
    @augusth7975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4578

    "I felt like the world was against me for existing" breaks my heart :(

    • @ThatDevMatOfficial
      @ThatDevMatOfficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      As an autistic person, I know I experienced so much bullying and I had no idea why. I believe most autistic people can relate to feeling the world was against them. I’m 20 and have never had a long term friendship with anyone. My longest real friendship was less than a year. It can be more effort for Nurotypical people but I like to think that I bring a lot to a friendship.

    • @ciaran4135
      @ciaran4135 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      @@ThatDevMatOfficial I can relate. For me as an autistic person, I was bullied and misunderstood by students and teachers alike. I've really struggled with relationships. I have really been trying, but opening up is so difficult, especially after so much time being sidelined by everyone. I'm 18 and am still trying, but COVID has made it so hard for me, and I'm not exactly an outgoing person to begin with.

    • @IamAwsomeYouAreNot
      @IamAwsomeYouAreNot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      I am autistic and I can say for sure..I felt like the world was against me. I got bullied by both teachers and students alike and babytalked to when I argued with them to stop. I just felt no one took me seriously at all and treated my life like it was a joke. I was punched in the stomach and in the face once for merely standing by a flower bed staring off into space. I know I am hated..but please respect me and take me seriously.

    • @mikesgirl8304
      @mikesgirl8304 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      My son is Autistic and I just want to give her the biggest hug (if she would let me) and just tell her she's perfect the way she is and she could always have me as a friend

    • @manicpepsicola3431
      @manicpepsicola3431 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Im autistic and this is so relateable ive only had one long term friend and shes also neurodivergent and we met when i was 22

  • @In_TheMoonlight
    @In_TheMoonlight 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4936

    “even if it did, why is having autism worse than having, like, polio”
    honestly though
    also just such a great video! amazing job

    • @muhammadsmith5792
      @muhammadsmith5792 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bill Gates doesn't have polio, Donald Trump doesn't, Dr Oz doesn't. All the people who tells us to get vaccinated but don't get their own families vaccinated

    • @tiramisumochi4787
      @tiramisumochi4787 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      In The Moonlight this has always been my thought!! Even if the study was valid and there was some concern about vaccines “causing” autism then how is that worse than watching your child suffer with a horrible disease that could potentially cause death 😅

    • @tiramisumochi4787
      @tiramisumochi4787 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Muhammad Smith im sorry are you saying vaccines are dangerous? 😅 trump doesn’t think vaccines or even most science is real haha. If you haven’t been vaccinated however and you are lucky enough to not catch the disease then it’s literally because you’ve been lucky or are relying on others around you to be vaccinated 😅🤦‍♀️ gamble away if you think it’s the right decision though lol

    • @hiinsanity
      @hiinsanity 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If a disease even broke out, they have enough money to be protected from it.

    • @Tasoq
      @Tasoq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Pretty much what I've always said in regards to anti-vax

  • @leafcerulean92
    @leafcerulean92 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    I have both ADHD and Autism. I was diagnosed last year at the age of 27. It is rarely picked up on early because of the male diagnostic criteria and the fact we show ourselves so differently. I am crippled by exhaustion all the time from it and nowadays I'm very isolated and spend all day in my room just playing video games with the lights off. I'm in permanent burnout from pretending I wasn't autistic for over 25 years of my life. I barely make it to work 2 days a week right now. It can really be a struggle when you're this way.

    • @boosyaa
      @boosyaa ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Hey man. I’m 29 years old and only got diagnosed recently as well. Lived my whole life very confused and riddled with anxiety. Thought I had social anxiety but turns out it’s that and autism. I can’t really hold a job and have no friends. I used to be popular and in a band but had to drink to numb myself. Now I am away from substances and trying to figure out how to live. Hope things get better for you.

    • @leafcerulean92
      @leafcerulean92 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@boosyaa Unmasking is a chore within itself, and I wish you the best of luck man. Keep your chin up brother, hope you find yourself soon.

    • @XSR_RUGGER
      @XSR_RUGGER ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@leafcerulean92 I'm autistic but wasn't diagnosed until 36. I thought I was bipolar because of the ups and downs I had but then realized it was burnout after being turned on and going crazy with so much stuff along with all the acting I had to do to fit in. I get burnt out frequently due to the nature of my job. What about a career/job change or is that not what causes your burnout?
      Do you desire to be social occasionally?

    • @leafcerulean92
      @leafcerulean92 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@XSR_RUGGER I've changed jobs constantly. My psych actually agrees that work is dangerous for me and could actually kill me. Autism has taken my quality of life away entirely.

    • @MapsLab-u5z
      @MapsLab-u5z ปีที่แล้ว

      Adhd can be a struggle. ASD is about routine. So having both is very confusing cos you need routine but can't keep to it

  • @fannywessinger3856
    @fannywessinger3856 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4760

    “I spent a day with psychopaths” that’s something I would love to see. I feel like everyone thinks psychopaths = serial killers which isn’t really true. Anyways I would love to hear how they see the world and stuff. Please do a video on that

    • @feliciasisk494
      @feliciasisk494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Jessica Kent talked about this on her channel as she is diagnosed that.

    • @novahmartin2770
      @novahmartin2770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      That would be an interesting video and so would I spent a day with serial killers

    • @frace3824
      @frace3824 4 ปีที่แล้ว +112

      Most psychopaths wouldn't want to expose themselves.

    • @sarahlynn4721
      @sarahlynn4721 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@feliciasisk494 I LOVE JESS!!! I've been watching her for about a year and I absolutely adore her. I was just about to come down here and bring up anti-social personality disorder and how they're commonly viewed negatively because of the psychopath thing. It would be amazing if he interviewed her.

    • @feliciasisk494
      @feliciasisk494 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sarahlynn4721 i found her through Christina Randall, admittedly I watch Christina every time and Jess sometimes

  • @vampchan3339
    @vampchan3339 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1449

    bro im actually in tears rn, no joke. listening to that girl who got bullied made me feel so bad for her. nobody deserves to be treated that way especially if they have a disorder. i grew up having multiple friends with autism and it rlly breaks my heart to see people with it being mistreated just bc others don't fully understand what it is.

    • @faerielle2389
      @faerielle2389 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      knives I know, people are so cruel and judgmental tbh it just makes them look ignorant really. I haven’t really met a lot of people with autism but seriously know they’re still people with feelings just like every human on this earth .

    • @5lomar
      @5lomar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'd leave a like but this already has the perfect number of likes lol
      Damn it, it was at 420 lol

    • @mattspencer3773
      @mattspencer3773 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm literally in tears right now too after hearing her story. People are so mean for no damn reason. She's a normal human being and she gets bullied for being slightly different? That killed me.

    • @CrixJoki
      @CrixJoki 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      unfortunately most of us have gone through a lot of shit growing up....not only in schools, with doctors too, but that´s been evolving lately, I didn´t get my diagnoses until I was 27, had to go through over 10 years wrongly diagnosed and wrongly (heavy) medicated, meanwhile they accused me of not wanting to get better or that I didn't try hard enough, they said I was lazy and that all my problems were just in my head, that I really had no problem besides laziness.
      Even as an adult, if I have someone with me when I go to the doctors, they usually talk over my head to the person I have with me, like I´m not even there, or they treat me as a child, deaf, blind and/or stupid....it´s sad that they still does it, like come on, it´s 2020 now, doctors SHOULD know what Autism is by now.....

    • @chacharoni9638
      @chacharoni9638 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      same i just wanted to give her a hug

  • @Rei-go4hw
    @Rei-go4hw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1844

    I have an autistic person in my class, and the teachers are very rude to her. Not directly, because that would be too straightforward, but more like, they make her sit on her bench all alone, and if some student misbehaves, they make them sit with her.
    And that’s so horrible.
    The other students make no effort to be kind to her, and I think that’s very unhealthy for her mental health.

    • @howclassy2148
      @howclassy2148 4 ปีที่แล้ว +117

      Rei Maybe you could talk to her? Ask her how she’s feeling

    • @voidworm8377
      @voidworm8377 4 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      drop the addy i’ll fight them

    • @Rei-go4hw
      @Rei-go4hw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      cherrywhoop, Protection squad unite!

    • @sarah8592-t1b
      @sarah8592-t1b 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      This makes me sad 😞

    • @alyssarasmussen1723
      @alyssarasmussen1723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Be nice and become her friend! Who cares what other people or what your friends think. Be a kind person and show everyone they're wrong!

  • @guitarmama06
    @guitarmama06 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    When I was a kid and a young adult, I truly wanted to be 'normal' more than anything in the world. When I was in grade school, I had to take a developmental test. This was back in the early 90s mind you, and the physiatrist didn't say I was autistic, but she did tell my mom that I was "borderline mentally retarded" (I was still in the room, btw, and I do believe that at one point she urged my mom to leave me at a psych ward/mental institution so I wouldn't be a burden on my family, I was terrified for a long time after that. I was actually afraid for my siblings when they acted out, because I was convinced that they would also go to a mental institution).
    My mom did extensive research and told me, when I was 14, that she was fairly certain that I was autistic.

    • @eeeaten
      @eeeaten ปีที่แล้ว +10

      interesting experience. MR or ID (intellectual disability) was a common diagnosis for kids who are now diagnosed as asd. it wasn't actually meant as an insult or criticism, just a category, but it definitely has negative connotations. the rate of ID diagnosis has fallen around the same speed as the rise in asd diagnosis, which is partly why there appears to be such a rise in asd diagnosis.

    • @flamingpaxtsc
      @flamingpaxtsc ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I’m so sorry you had to be scared like that ❤

    • @Kyra-qn3nh
      @Kyra-qn3nh ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My dad said the exact same thing when I was young. He was sure I was "retarded" (his words). He kept rubbing in my face how stupid he thought I was. I still haven't gotten over it 🙃

    • @blaxx6662
      @blaxx6662 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@Kyra-qn3nhHope you healed from that experience

    • @k.ferguson2982
      @k.ferguson2982 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​​@@Kyra-qn3nhThat's on him. Any parent who would treat ANY child like that is a thoughtless jerk. You deserve love and respect. ❤ Keep your chin up. Sincerely hoping things improve. 👍

  • @lauracourtney3791
    @lauracourtney3791 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3806

    As a person with Autism, I feel appreciated and respected. I appreciate the way you handled this.
    Edit: oml thank you so much for all the likes! Usually I get like 2 lol ❤😊
    2nd edit: omg almost 4k likes!? You people are too nice. ❤

    • @logician9116
      @logician9116 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Laura, I noticed you used person first language in that disclosure. How do you feel about the title being labeled as "Autistic people" instead of "People with autism?" Just curious.

    • @melu0o
      @melu0o 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Jimmy Burner Autistic people and people with autism are the same thing just labeled differently

    • @theatrics
      @theatrics 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      not really

    • @logician9116
      @logician9116 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      pineapplehead • 28 years ago While that’s technically true, people have different preferences. As one commenter with autism mentioned, “autistic” has had too much use as a pejorative to feel positively about being called.

    • @lamusico7746
      @lamusico7746 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This was a wholesome episode tbh

  • @oppositeofbatman
    @oppositeofbatman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36198

    You’re starting to become one of the most respectable people on the internet

    • @ivveyye
      @ivveyye 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1912

      thank you for that, satan

    • @fordpinesishot9392
      @fordpinesishot9392 4 ปีที่แล้ว +531

      Please don’t send me to hell satan :(

    • @jazzyangelflower3344
      @jazzyangelflower3344 4 ปีที่แล้ว +364

      Is that a complement if it comes from Satan 🤔?

    • @cultravioletkat2387
      @cultravioletkat2387 4 ปีที่แล้ว +272

      thanks satan

    • @djmonkeycock
      @djmonkeycock 4 ปีที่แล้ว +146

      do people who use uwu go to hell? if so, please send me to heaven

  • @_.-_
    @_.-_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1947

    Wow, as an autistic person, ive never been so impressed with the way someone has handled the topic of autism, whilst not having it themselves. Im so glad that you were willing to ask questions and really listen to the community on how best to address or phrase certain things. I think every allistic could learn something from the allyship youve shown!

    • @shytown7083
      @shytown7083 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      - how sweet is this comment! i completely agree :'). i hope you have a great day!!!

    • @penpalpenpal2401
      @penpalpenpal2401 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Same man. Though I have aspergers, its kinda warming to see these people think of autism more so as a trait then a disability. It tends to get you down sometimes what with having a different way of thinking.

    • @cawfrige
      @cawfrige 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      i personally have autism as well, but i’m higher functioning than most. i am capable of spotting someone with autism and sometimes i try to give them a friendly introduction to myself. however, when i was little, even though i learnt how to talk at 2, i never talked again until i was 5. i went through countless therapies and other things. my mother was and is so caring for me. i now have 5 siblings, and three of us 3 have something associated with a mental disorder. i love how this video shows the multiple sides to a person with autism!

    • @penpalpenpal2401
      @penpalpenpal2401 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@cawfrige Lol I feel ya man. I didn't talk till I was 4 but my really big problem was motor skills. Ironically enough I turned out to be an artist haha.

    • @snowysnowwish
      @snowysnowwish 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      very much agreed. im so happy he spoke about it in such a respectful way.

  • @jgwmain
    @jgwmain ปีที่แล้ว +38

    News flash: I am autistic too. I was actually born with it.
    I really appreciate your respect and support you’ve showed through this video by trying to understand it instead of acting like you know what we’ve been through (most people I encountered have reacted this way). You’re a great person and I will always support you like I have for the past ten years. Stay true to yourself and keep being you. Anthony, you’re the GOAT.
    Best regards,
    Jonah Waxman (professionally known as JGW)

  • @Jacob-od3jh
    @Jacob-od3jh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2381

    “You didn’t notice that other people did not have aids?” IM SCREAMING

    • @mitchrosssan6991
      @mitchrosssan6991 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      LMAO

    • @muhammadghiffary2110
      @muhammadghiffary2110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      wait i dont get it

    • @carolinemcgovern4488
      @carolinemcgovern4488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@muhammadghiffary2110 In this context, he means a helper, but when phrased like "You didn't realise everyone didn't have aids", makes it seem like the other ADIS. Hope this helped!

    • @muhammadghiffary2110
      @muhammadghiffary2110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@carolinemcgovern4488 LOLLLL thanks for the explanaition broo

    • @muhammadghiffary2110
      @muhammadghiffary2110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i mean sis idk what to call u

  • @chloenicole8518
    @chloenicole8518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3295

    My boyfriend is autistic and it breaks my heart when he tells me he wishes he didn’t have it. I think his brain is beautiful.

    • @rubensdungeon8171
      @rubensdungeon8171 3 ปีที่แล้ว +177

      Man, this comment made me so happy. It’s enough to make a grown man cry

    • @elevenpoisons2484
      @elevenpoisons2484 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Bless you

    • @QuantumBoogaloo
      @QuantumBoogaloo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      As someone (very likely, couldn’t get a diagnosis cuz insurance) on the spectrum, I understand the feeling. Neurotypical and neurodivergent thought works completely differently. It’s difficult to understand what other people are thinking sometimes, even if it’s super obvious to most people by their facial expression or something. I read a book one time that really illuminated to me the differences. It kind of explained why everyone else seemed so weird to me. The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules

    • @suzanne4107
      @suzanne4107 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      As someone who has autism, we seem nice from the outside, but on the inside we just think about so much and think about too much at the time. From the outside it seems different than it really is. Inside our brains it’s different than what we can even tell

    • @sallucien9454
      @sallucien9454 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@QuantumBoogaloo I just want you to know that you are very valid, even if you are quote unquote self-diagnosed. It is extremely hard to get a diagnosis, especially if you were assigned female at birth (Not assuming that, just saying). I also am not legally diagnosed but I have a close friend who "diagnosed me" because I have almost the exact same traits as he does. Unfortunately my family believes that I'm just perfectly fine and just have some issues socializing because I'm "shy". I also have really bad insurance which makes it harder for me to get a therapist, which would be about the only way I could ask to be tested. Considering I have a close autistic friend who strongly believes I am autistic, and I've been doing months of research now, it's pretty safe to say that I am autistic and I introduce myself as autistic to people despite not having a legal diagnosis. Getting diagnosed is difficult and your autism is still valid even if you can't have a paper that says it. I wish you luck in getting a diagnosis :)

  • @notcallie2003
    @notcallie2003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1724

    I really like how he interviewed people that are on different places on the spectrum. It really shines a different light on autism rather than the way a lot of people try to scare people away from people with autism.

    • @hobelarge6389
      @hobelarge6389 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Out of genuine curiosity, which people were on which parts of the spectrum

    • @sophiehimlin6722
      @sophiehimlin6722 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I feel as tho hey talked with peps with higher functionality on purpose

    • @kellyjokanovich3939
      @kellyjokanovich3939 4 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      Sophie Himlin to be fair he had to make sure they were people who could hold a conversation and wouldn’t get too anxious around the cameras and lights, as well as were able to communicate by themselves

    • @sophiehimlin6722
      @sophiehimlin6722 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Kelly Jokanovich yea I 100% understand why I’m just saying the original comment saying he got people from all over the spectrum was false

    • @bottlebound1860
      @bottlebound1860 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exempt my area but yeh

  • @knotsoangelic
    @knotsoangelic ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I was diagnosed at 21 (am still, got it recently). It has been a life changer. I went my whole life wondering “what was wrong with me?” and constantly breaking down thinking I was just a failure. Nowadays there’s more compassion for myself and my struggles from me and I’m able to forgive my mistakes.
    We are not broken. We may struggle but there is nothing wrong with us.

  • @zia9861
    @zia9861 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5147

    We are currently learning about autism in my school and our teacher showed this video to us
    (unnecessary) edit: for everyone who doesn't believe this for whatever reason- i'd just like to clarify that I'm from another time zone so when this was first uploaded, it wasn't early in the morning for me :) what's really important is that lots of people at my school got to be educated about autism! so let's try not to change the subject.

    • @xMika_
      @xMika_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +181

      I wish they had that in my school.

    • @_alysia
      @_alysia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      That's honestly great your teacher is doing something like that. Hopefully this will become a common thing for all schools. I honestly wish I had something like that when I was in school. I didn't know what asperger's was until I was diagnosed with it when I was 18.

    • @Tyler-xs5id
      @Tyler-xs5id 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Yup wish ours did that so they understand me

    • @deni69
      @deni69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yeah 100 %

    • @kerrysue9280
      @kerrysue9280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      That is really awesome! So much can be learned from this video!

  • @Bri-ss1gu
    @Bri-ss1gu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +797

    I cried when Jasmine said that a teacher used to ask children to bully her during recess. Some people should not be allowed to work with children.

    • @mortalcoral2196
      @mortalcoral2196 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Some really terrible people are drawn to teaching because it’s a position of power over the kids

    • @juliuskazunaga8916
      @juliuskazunaga8916 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Or some people should just die.

    • @glassegg4119
      @glassegg4119 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That honestly made me so mad

    • @xanderg.1070
      @xanderg.1070 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I know exactly how she feels, I am autistic myself, and I was bullied and treated like an embarrassment when I was in elementary, middle, and high school, by a lot of students,even some of the teachers and counselors, especially in elementary school. And it was so bad that I would often think that life would of been better if I never existed, and that the people around me would be happier.

    • @Bri-ss1gu
      @Bri-ss1gu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mortal Coral I honestly feel like those people never grew up themselves - they’re still mentally in whatever grade they’re teaching. I guess part of the reason why that hit me so hard is because I could relate to it, I got bullied a lot as a kid and some immature teachers would participate. Thankfully most of my teachers were very kind and were great examples of how adults are supposed to behave, so I always saw the few mean teachers as pathetic. Like how much does your life have to suck to be trying to impress 10-year-old bullies?

  • @zoepatton6626
    @zoepatton6626 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2002

    I really appreciate that 2 out of the 3 people you interviewed were girls, because autism in girls is considerably less diagnosed than in boys because we often present differently and a lot of the studies and information available on autism is based on boys behaviour and studies on boys. This video almost made me cry and I am so glad you're doing this amazing series that is educating people in a positive and informative way. It feels good to be recognised and represented

    • @The_killing_moon
      @The_killing_moon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      I feel the same! I’m also a girl and I’ve just recently been speculating that I have Asperger’s syndrome. My therapist highly expects my to have AS but I still need to be officially diagnosed, so I won’t claim to have AS I just claim to have a lot of the same struggles that come with AS. But it is true, I’m almost 15 and the only reason I’m getting tested is because me and my parents started doing research on our own, I’ve been seeing therapists since I was 7 and NOBODY has ever talked about the possibility of AS, just because I’m ‘good’ at talking. They’ve said I’m depressed, have an anxiety disorder, highly sensitive and even that I have anger issues. AS connects all of my struggles and it feels so relieving, I never knew where to start because all my issues where separate things that I didn’t know how to ‘fix’. Even finding a place that separates masculine and feminine cases of AS was extremely hard. There needs to be a lot more awareness about this issue since most women go undiagnosed their whole life.

    • @katelynmorley6795
      @katelynmorley6795 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I thought the exact same thing, I'm an autistic woman and it was the first thing I noticed.

    • @moonwalkerangel7008
      @moonwalkerangel7008 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I'm a woman diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. I was diagnosed originally when I was 4 but I did not know until I was 13 in 2005. It does affect girls differently to boys, but it also affects people on an individual level. The reason boys are more commonly researched is due to the chromosome affecting the male gene on the father's side. If anyone is looking for research done on Girls with Asperger's Syndrome (now called High Functioning Autism) I would recommend looking at DR Tony Attwood's research. He's one of the experts who has done research on the subject. I'm proud to be an Aspie woman.

    • @LauraGln
      @LauraGln 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I actually think I'm an aspie, but I did a test and basically the results were "you can talk and are very adult-ish so maybe you are maybe you're not". I feel like I have been tested on the base of male autism characteristic and that they excluded the fact that I'm grown up and that I had plenty of time to learn to look at people, to talk to them naturally and to "hide" my differences. They were really, "so you think this person is sad by looking at her face? So you're not aspie" but I only knew it because I read books about expressions and I know that the eyes are like this when someone is sad, that's all.
      Well... It sounds like I'm complaining... I just wanted to add that I think the tests aren't so effective when you had time to learn to understand the world and not to be too strange.
      And I wanted to add the fact that asperger syndrome mixed with high intellectual potential is even harder to find, and if you're a girl... You will struggle to know if you're really not asperger or if someone just missed it.

    • @lilleewakefield6862
      @lilleewakefield6862 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yea did you notice the boy was diagnosed at 4 but the girl wasn't diagnosed until teenage years

  • @viperdemonz-jenkins
    @viperdemonz-jenkins ปีที่แล้ว +33

    have mild Autism and my little sister has mildly severe Autism. we all knew my sister had Autism her whole life but was only a year ago I found out that I did also. it all makes sense now why she was always drawn to me and we seemed to always understand each other on a level nobody else could.

    • @AldinRamic
      @AldinRamic ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That's sweet I wish you too well You seem to have a good relationship You seem to have a good relationship With each other

  • @plushie
    @plushie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1537

    ”I spent a day with deaf people”
    As a person who has deaf parents (they’ve been deaf since childhood) I would like people to see how isolated these people can be because people think that they cant do certain things
    Edit. Wow thanks it means a lot that people think that this is a great idea 😢❤️

    • @TheMike0088
      @TheMike0088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I do like the idea inclusion-wise, but I'm not sure it would make for good content.

    • @catlady4858
      @catlady4858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@TheMike0088 Why not?

    • @systemk9488
      @systemk9488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      TheMike0088 I completely disagree. Deaf people’s experiences are often very interesting.

    • @TheMike0088
      @TheMike0088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@catlady4858 I just think a lot of anthonys natural interviewer-charme would get lost in translation if they use sign language or write the questions and answers down during the interview.

    • @tyra5514
      @tyra5514 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      TheMike0088
      he can have a sign language “translator” with him

  • @ruthrivas3235
    @ruthrivas3235 4 ปีที่แล้ว +681

    "I fee like I am a normal person sometimes."
    That broke my heart. I literally cried.
    Just because you're different doesnt mean your less human. Just because you're not neurotypical doesn't mean you're not normal.

    • @danig.6454
      @danig.6454 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I feel the same, my little girl is autistic, I fear so much for the future.

    • @matchamochi781
      @matchamochi781 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      It’s not even the matter of being different everyone is different, no two people are the same. Don’t ever feel ashamed to not be like someone else. I wasn’t born with autism, but I was born with a physical disability. Sometimes the fact that you are constantly being called different is the worst part. I can’t speak for autistic people because I don’t understand the Inter working of each person with autism, but I do know that if the “norm” was the minority, than the people in the minority wouldn’t be nearly as strong as they are. If you have autism or anything else seen as a disability there is nothing wrong with you, it is just the way others see you because they don’t understand. Thank you for being so strong, treat those out that don’t get you with patience, because for as many people who will mock you and turn a blind eye, there are others that will sit down by you and listen. There are people who will see you not as a label or stereotype and assume a role of you, rather as a individual. It’s good to have differences because differences are normal, and they open up a whole new world of perspective, something needed for growth in the world.

    • @Mar-velousMarlenak8
      @Mar-velousMarlenak8 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well said!

    • @retrothecake
      @retrothecake 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The thing is people with autism are normal people

    • @chasewalters5425
      @chasewalters5425 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Raven Murdoc that made me sad to this whole video made me sad

  • @luutas
    @luutas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1715

    Some indication for next videos:
    * Tourette's syndrome;
    * Deaf community;
    * Albinism;
    * Dwarfism;
    * Vitiligo;
    * Blindness;
    * Stutterer.
    This channel is amazing 👏👏👏
    Greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷

    • @Username-it8co
      @Username-it8co 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      OCD would be interesting

    • @floppa5032
      @floppa5032 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Would be hard to make a video with the deaf community as he would need a sign language translator which could possibly be hard

    • @luutas
      @luutas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@floppa5032. That's one more reason to make this video. To show people how it can be hard for a deaf person to communicate

    • @luutas
      @luutas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@_nom_, in portuguese this disease is called "Síndrome de Bolsonaro"

    • @tabithayates4761
      @tabithayates4761 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Omg id love for him to be in a video with Molly!!! (Blind youtuber)

  • @josephblomstrand2129
    @josephblomstrand2129 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    As a autistic person myself, I think that these people present a great representation for those of us on the spectrum, and I appreciate how kind and understanding your of us.

  • @xxk4ixx2001
    @xxk4ixx2001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2348

    Do a “I spent the day with homeless people or past homeless” it could help knowledge some people on their situation or past and how common it is

    • @RICK-APEX
      @RICK-APEX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Let Anthony see this comment please!

    • @Purin_cupps
      @Purin_cupps 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes

    • @enra1695
      @enra1695 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      omg yes!!

    • @david90mm33
      @david90mm33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      People can become homeless overnight. What i always wanted to hear is story's of people who went from homeless to actually living a decent life and HOW did they do it.

    • @serenityconsole8792
      @serenityconsole8792 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kailah L yes

  • @darlingdarylann3453
    @darlingdarylann3453 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4407

    He is actually the best guy ever, we need more people like him if we had a world with only him it would be the best place ever.

    • @yesent888
      @yesent888 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Then he would need alot of jobs

    • @darlingdarylann3453
      @darlingdarylann3453 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Yesen't one word. Clones. *mic drop*

    • @thorkmunch
      @thorkmunch 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Who?

    • @darlingdarylann3453
      @darlingdarylann3453 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Max mr.padildo

    • @cecilie8420
      @cecilie8420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I love how he really tries to understand things like this

  • @kitaichisora5141
    @kitaichisora5141 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4115

    I swear Anthony is the most respectful, caring and supportive person. I wish more people were like Anthony because they always keep an open mind and tries to understand everyone

    • @muhammadsmith5792
      @muhammadsmith5792 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Unless it's flat earthers. He just hired actors and made fun of them. He needs to do that video again

    • @rabihalawani7174
      @rabihalawani7174 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Muhammad Smith tbh it’s really hard to take those people seriously. They’re almost trying to get made fun of

    • @bones22j
      @bones22j 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      He’s trying to run a successful TH-cam channel, and not ruffle any feathers. So of course he’s respectful.

    • @TheJesusAlejandra
      @TheJesusAlejandra 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      SpecialBooksBySpecialKids is a channel that does these kinds of interviews as well. He is a saint, he interviews and gives people with all kinds of disabilities a voice

    • @heysaucemikehere1804
      @heysaucemikehere1804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ale Lagarda Thank you for introducing me to this channel!

  • @machazychaz
    @machazychaz ปีที่แล้ว +9

    6:33 was such a sweet moment. I think most parents want to give their child the best chance at being happy, but while they may have not known what they found out with the diagnosis, it seems you still had a good relationship.

  • @Shan-si2kq
    @Shan-si2kq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +593

    “You didn’t realize other people didn’t have aids?”

    • @zygistodos
      @zygistodos 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I died 💀

    • @AstronaughtYT
      @AstronaughtYT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Esmée van der weide *I WANT CHILDREN ALL OVER THE WORLD TO HAVE AIDS*

  • @sl2815
    @sl2815 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1704

    Dang the way that Anthony changed his ending from "completely understand" to "understand just a little bit more" of their world. I appreciate that.

    • @cashtonisok
      @cashtonisok 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Sorry I don’t think I can like your comment because it would be unsatisfying since it’s as 444

    • @conor7474
      @conor7474 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      CashtonIsOk however now it’s at 465 and could’ve been 466 if you had liked it ;-;

    • @jarod160
      @jarod160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sledge Main I just got it to 600 😂

  • @PePe-jb1lr
    @PePe-jb1lr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +951

    *"I spent a day with artists, people that pursue art as a career, painters, writers, actresses, etc"* I think it would be so interesting to know how hard it is for them since society takes art as a hobbie not really as a career

    • @darienb1127
      @darienb1127 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Let me add to this. What about an episode where he talks to NSFW artists. We put a lot of hard work into what we do and we are treated as outcasts and villians. Some of the nicest people i've ever known are NSFW artists.

    • @SepulchureValen
      @SepulchureValen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Artists: "So yeah you knew when you interviewed those furry guys"
      Anthony: "Yeah?"
      Artists: "Wel... Imagine those people in fursuits banging, that's what I draw for a living".

    • @thvthp
      @thvthp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      YES

    • @avery5924
      @avery5924 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He himself is kinda in that category though. I think that this show shines when it's a group that he doesn't know a lot about so him and his audience learn about it together.

    • @S1l3ntN1nja
      @S1l3ntN1nja 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think that is a really cool idea, I for one know very little about the art world and what it takes to become an artist (probably because I don't aspire to be one), but I would think it's something a lot of people don't know much about and would find interesting

  • @HappyHoney41
    @HappyHoney41 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I'm 60 and just found out. It is nice people can find out when they are younger. It is rough to have everything be hard and not understand why. It is difficult to have to 'act normal'. Some Autistic people have very high IQ and can focus on a particular subject and have insight that others may not. Many great people in history have contributed to vast human advancements.

    • @nobodyyou_know7836
      @nobodyyou_know7836 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I just got diagnosed at 53. Struggled all my life, particularly with socialisation. Its been a very lonely and difficult journey.

    • @HappyHoney41
      @HappyHoney41 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nobodyyou_know7836 I don't get lonely. I amuse the heck out of myself. There's no drama. I can be myself. I don't have to do anything anyone else tells me, unless they are the police or the IRS. :)

  • @reziiel
    @reziiel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1346

    Did no one notice how he changed the conversation ending? So instead of, "I feel like I fully understand the wondrous world of autism." he said, "I feel like I understand the wondrous world of autism, just a little bit more." Which I found really sweet.
    Great job on this whole series Anthony, you've changed me to be more open-minded and understanding. :)

  • @shirogoma4315
    @shirogoma4315 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1092

    I have a girl in my art class who’s told me she has autism & she’s honestly the nicest person I’ve ever met + she’s a very talented artist!
    (update 3 years later: uhh turns out im also autistic LOL no wonder why we got along so well)

    • @christianweber7435
      @christianweber7435 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      She must be “artistic”

    • @EGC3ME
      @EGC3ME 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Something Sketchy I knew someone would say that😬

    • @himbokyles
      @himbokyles 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Having autism can have its good points,some people have advantages form it (art,singing,maths and things like that)

    • @Sosabidoce
      @Sosabidoce 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's cool but I don't remember asking

    • @elis.9862
      @elis.9862 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rue Akuma 900th like

  • @detective8205
    @detective8205 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2461

    This should get aired on television so more people (and specifically the older generation) can see this

    • @TINAtubaaa
      @TINAtubaaa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      I agree, loads of people should see this and show other people the POV of their experience and what they are going through and also who they are

    • @nathanpanusky2531
      @nathanpanusky2531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      FACTS!!!!!

    • @sanyadev97
      @sanyadev97 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      In Hungary this show would be cancelled the first day... 😔

    • @MrGamelover23
      @MrGamelover23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sanyadev97 why?

    • @megawolf3790
      @megawolf3790 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I noticed you wrote (older generation) parenthetically. Does the older generation not understand autism or something.

  • @Max-by1oo
    @Max-by1oo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1365

    Things that are very important to take from this video
    Autistic people commonly have anxiety but autism is NOT anxiety
    Autism is an invisible disability
    Autistic people are just people
    And can we just appreciate that Anthony knows EXACTLY how to interact with someone who is feeling very anxious in a situation. He comforted Jasmine in his actions and you could see as the video progressed, she started relaxing more and more
    That just reiterates the love that I have for these videos because he GENUINELY cares.

    • @vestalline
      @vestalline 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    • @dianalondono5599
      @dianalondono5599 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      he is really the best interviewer :')

    • @mydogeatspuke
      @mydogeatspuke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I think it's a lot easier for someone to know how to act when they can understand how it feels. He said that he has panic attacks, so he can relate to anxiety and having an extreme reaction to it. People tend to be cruel to people because they fear things they don't understand, and for some bizarre reason would rather reject them than try to understand. Anger is more comfortable for a lot of people than empathy. Anthony seems like a really nice guy though, although maybe a little bit condescending BUT that could just be because his natural tone of voice has been in my experience very condescending when coming from others, and he just can't help the way he speaks in the same way that people assume I'm angry because of my natural tone of voice and I can't help that either. I think his actions are more important, and those seem to have good intentions behind them.

    • @ShilohPark
      @ShilohPark 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      please don't refer to Autism as a disability. it's a disorder

    • @Thenoobestgirl
      @Thenoobestgirl 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      He's a very compassionate person ❤️

  • @sarahbear1269
    @sarahbear1269 4 ปีที่แล้ว +783

    “I spent a day with people living with HIV”
    I’ve had it for a year and I want to advocate for young people who are diagnosed that they aren’t alone and it’s not the end of the world.

    • @EuleChaotic
      @EuleChaotic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      That would be good. While I don't have it, a friendn does. People around here know and avoid her like the plague 'cause they still seem to think that they could catch it like a cold from her.

    • @lolar7707
      @lolar7707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      you are so strong!!! my mum used to work at an aids council and would talk to many young people living with HIV and AIDS and they were some of the most amazing people she’s ever met

    • @sarahbear1269
      @sarahbear1269 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      EuleChaotic same here. It still has a stigma and lots of people are still afraid of it because they aren’t being educated

    • @sarahbear1269
      @sarahbear1269 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      lola r I agree. It makes a young person more humble and changes life for them not in a bad way but in lots of good ones. I’m now expecting my first son and I don’t have to pass it to him and it’s an amazing journey

    • @choombemantina9233
      @choombemantina9233 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Someone very close to me has it as well and it really isn't the end of the world. They work as a nurse and have even said on numerous occasions that they would pick HIV over cancer any day. Much love to all those that don't let their illness or any disability define them. That's true strength.

  • @SonOfTheLlama
    @SonOfTheLlama 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2283

    I've had someone actually change the tone of their voice mid-conversation because my autism was mentioned. Having an adult go from talking to me like an adult to them talking to me like a child was honestly the only time I've experience anything close to "ableism" and it was so frustrating and it just makes me worried about mentioning it to others, even when necessary.
    And I understand that vaccines and autism is a serious subject and it is hurtful how some people would rather their child die of a preventable disease so they don't end up like me, but making jokes about getting "double-autism" is too funny to me.

    • @robertsmithfan877
      @robertsmithfan877 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      !!!!!

    • @allimac4
      @allimac4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +129

      Same! When people ask if I'm not worried about becoming autistic if I get vaccines, I just tell them that I already have it, so it's just an upgrade 🤣 I love seeing people wiggle out of that one!

    • @lizzykatieschindele6265
      @lizzykatieschindele6265 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@allimac4 I dont have autism but I have/had (idk) a friend with it and if i had it I would totally respond like this

    • @melon2083
      @melon2083 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      my whole life family and friends talk to me with a super high voice. teachers talk to me with a high voice also and its super annoying, I feel like they think of me as a child.

    • @lovelydolltime8006
      @lovelydolltime8006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      The only other people (besides me) who know that I'm autistic are my family and my neurodivergent friends. I try to keep it a secret from most neurotypicals since I know that they'll think I'm an idiot (even though I'm smarter than most of them) if they knew.

  • @chiedzawith2ds
    @chiedzawith2ds ปีที่แล้ว +7

    8:20 I've always felt like having a shutdown is like having a very long, extended panic attack. Days and days or even weeks. It's awful.

  • @NCon-to5wn
    @NCon-to5wn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1580

    I just wish people would stop using autism as an insult or a replacement for the word “bad”. That goes for any disorder or disease in my opinion.

    • @meinmyaveragelife537
      @meinmyaveragelife537 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yep like I suffer from something and can only express "feelings" through writing or typing of sum sort that's a lil hint

    • @green--apple
      @green--apple 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Yeah it's pretty stupid. Back in the day, it was gay. Now it's autistic. People suck lol

    • @romangonzalezadrianmaurici6302
      @romangonzalezadrianmaurici6302 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Your comment grave me cancer

    • @NCon-to5wn
      @NCon-to5wn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      You are hilarious, absolutely the most funny person on the planet... go purposefully be a jerk somewhere else please and thank you

    • @stikk_bugg
      @stikk_bugg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      "Gay" and "autistic"
      None of them should be used as an insult
      I'm gay and I can relate how you can feel really bad about people using who you are as an insult
      It makes yourself look like some bad thing
      Even my friends use the word gay to insult people even if I've told them it makes me uncomfortable because "gay" isn't an insult
      Neither should "autistic" be

  • @skeetskeeh7070
    @skeetskeeh7070 4 ปีที่แล้ว +732

    Its difficult to be recognized, a health provider told me after speaking with me for five minutes that I didnt "look" autistic. Wtf am I supposed to do? Write in on my forehead lmao

    • @Comboowo
      @Comboowo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      I absolutely hate it when people say you don't "look" like whatever you're diagnosed with. What, do they expect all people with any mental disorder ever to be in a wheelchair?

    • @anarchosnowflakist786
      @anarchosnowflakist786 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ​@@Comboowo well I think we can't blame most of them, by exemple in my case the people who are the most likely to say that are my classmates but it is because they have no knowledge about autism and once I start explaining them most understand quickly, despite that I can only agree about all the self proclaimed "scientists" and "doctors" who don't even know science protocols and who are just thinking they are so smart and then they only judge based on what they see

    • @froufroudeluxe
      @froufroudeluxe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Yeah when I applied to the hospital to get diagnosed a professional told me the same thing. “I work with a lot of autistic kids and I don’t feel it with you”
      Two weeks later I had my diagnosis of ASD and ADHD

    • @anarchosnowflakist786
      @anarchosnowflakist786 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@froufroudeluxe yeah it happened to me too not long abo and the doctor didn't even changed his mind when we showed him my diagnosis

    • @bidanemartinez-huerta9472
      @bidanemartinez-huerta9472 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      My guess if people say things like that because they expect autism to be something like down syndrome, which is totally misconceived.

  • @unknown.mp4
    @unknown.mp4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +648

    That girl who was bullied was so nice and melted my heart with her story :(

    • @unknown.mp4
      @unknown.mp4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      she made me laugh at the end atleast haha

    • @katie1081
      @katie1081 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      same

  • @mariekesslerkaminski4685
    @mariekesslerkaminski4685 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Watching my mom get self- diagnosed with autism at nearly 55 was so heartbreaking tbh because she thought she was at fault all these years for her lack of friends. I literally cried after that phone call, and it breaks my heart that she feels like she “is too far gone to be helped” and I want to tell her that she’s wrong, but also I can’t make that decision for her. I hope one day I can be as open with my autism as y’all. And I hope one day my mom can accept that pert of herself and find comfort in it

  • @lindsayleitner8750
    @lindsayleitner8750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +821

    It's so obvious how genuine, kind, and empathetic Anthony is. He's extremely emotionally intelligent and I love how he treats everyone equally with nothing but the utmost respect, while shining light on topics that aren't talked about enough.

    • @Schniedelwutzzuklein
      @Schniedelwutzzuklein 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Linz _ zee I feel about Anthony exactly like you couldn’t have described him better

  • @Anny-me9ny
    @Anny-me9ny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3104

    When people say “we need more people like Anthony in the world” they mean that people should make an effort to be more open minded because Anthony does a great job of not being judgmental

    • @chars._.graffiti
      @chars._.graffiti 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      So true, I have autism and I feel alone sometimes cus I don't think people understand it and portray it correctly especially when they make insults about it

    • @papyruslovespink6089
      @papyruslovespink6089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@chars._.graffiti as someone else with autism I totally agree, I wish people can understand that

    • @winniethexiping1062
      @winniethexiping1062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i have autism and i hate it i wish theer was a cure but well im normal because im good at supressing emotions and i hate it im ashamed of it and i want to get rid of it but i have low emotional expression and i want it thatw ay i hate emotional and sensitive people so yeah i would never do anything to "espress myself" i would just surpress it and i see that as a good thing a very good thing i never rebelled and i know much more about politics and space than anyone i know and i know that the ukraine war is natos fault and thats what the us wanted but its a long story so yeah i wont be commenting the expplemantion

    • @kitycatrggaming5228
      @kitycatrggaming5228 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@winniethexiping1062 it's not a good thing to suppress your emotions, it's really harmful to your mental health and well being, if you'll go through a lot of stress it would pile up, and start to push you into a breaking point, wich could be 100 times worse than just letting the pain out when you feel like you need to. You can be very intelligent and know a lot of things and let yourself feel your emotions at the same time.
      The thing about autistic people is that because they think deferentially they're also better at other things that people that don't have it are worse at.
      You can call yourself intelligent :-)
      Commonly people who are autistic act a little younger to their age but they're also more intelligent than people in their age
      So you actually have an advantage at the things you like, because you're not like everyone else-it means that you're special, more intelligent, and much more, not just "autistic" or bad at communication
      You're more than this title, you're more than what people think you'll be, and more than what people think of you now.
      Remember to be yourself and to allow yourself- to be yourself :-)
      I wish you good luck
      (I'm an autistic person as well :/ :p )

    • @SunIsLost
      @SunIsLost 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes

  • @fps3456
    @fps3456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2778

    My little brother has autism and adhd and I showed him this and he got all excited

    • @DeadNotSleeping789
      @DeadNotSleeping789 3 ปีที่แล้ว +99

      That's very sweet! 😊

    • @moonbased7796
      @moonbased7796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      I remember when this video came out I was hyped cause I am also autistic and it’s nice to finally to see Anthony make a video people who have autism! 👀

    • @KidneyStealer02
      @KidneyStealer02 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      That cool thing to do. I have autism, and I got good feeling from watching this video.

    • @MrGamelover23
      @MrGamelover23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Having both sucks because they counteract the positive traits of each other.

    • @Eyeofthesheppard
      @Eyeofthesheppard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I got them too adhd and autism

  • @Bird_Brain160
    @Bird_Brain160 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I personally have dealt with autism by accepting that I am different and don’t understand socializing and just saying “to hell with norms”. But it is definitely a major hindrance when it comes to meeting new people or needing to have important conversations. Another thing that helped with dealing with autism is through stoicism, but everyone has their own experiences

  • @PageShearling
    @PageShearling 4 ปีที่แล้ว +509

    "You're not unapproachable"
    😭 As someone with Asperger's, that's a really nice thing to hear. Idk about her but I feel awkward and unapproachable very often.

    • @coolquincy21
      @coolquincy21 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I understand that feeling. Whenever I'm at school and someone approaches me and tries to talk to me, I end up being really awkward. After those conversations, I just want to jump out of a window.

    • @PageShearling
      @PageShearling 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@coolquincy21
      I've worked in food service and retail for the past 2.5 years. Some days I feel good about my interactions but there are days that I just feel like I can't communicate well with anybody 🙄

    • @klaraxkat_k6454
      @klaraxkat_k6454 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@PageShearling same, and I'm really self-conscious on how people perceive me when I have those off days, and I'm scared they won't want to interact with me again

    • @kerrysue9280
      @kerrysue9280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm sure you are amazing!

    • @clockyles2405
      @clockyles2405 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ass burgers

  • @mackittymac7269
    @mackittymac7269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3150

    There was this boy at my middle school who’s name was Austin. He has autism, and he was the sweetest person ever. He loved SpongeBob and at lunch the principal would play the “Goofy Goober” song. He would get up in dance around the lunch room and it was always so fun. I had him in my history class and when we would wait for our bus he always used to draw. He said that he would draw me something because he saw me looking over his shoulder. He drew me Scooby Doo, and let me tell you, this 12 year old was so good at drawing. He moved away during 7th grade and sent a letter that our principal read out loud. Basically, what he said was he was going to miss all of us and he was grateful for how kind we all were to him. I’m not sure how he was doing now but I think it’s really important how kind everyone was to him. It’s really important to be kind in general, but to someone with a disability it’s very important for their growth. Thank you Austin for making 6th grade such a great year for everyone :)

    • @winterkeptuswarm
      @winterkeptuswarm ปีที่แล้ว +176

      I'm so glad the principal and the school supported Austin!! I'm sure the kids were learning by example too. Good adults make all the difference.

    • @astronic_jaevien4445
      @astronic_jaevien4445 ปีที่แล้ว +114

      THIS IS SO WHOLESOME 😭 Bless his heart to wherever he is rn

    • @ItsImp7213
      @ItsImp7213 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      If you don't mind me asking, what did he look like and do you know where he moved to?
      Edit: just realized this sounds creepy, like I'm looking for him. Sorry about that, I didn't mean it like that, this just sounds so similar to a kid I know from my last few years of highschool

    • @ItsImp7213
      @ItsImp7213 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@okanelover ik, just the creepiest

    • @CamilaFulana
      @CamilaFulana ปีที่แล้ว +24

      i’m crying at how cute this is, I wish more people would see us for who we are

  • @willowthemushacorn1055
    @willowthemushacorn1055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6619

    As someone with autism, I wanted to point some things out
    1) "Functioning labels" bad. They are labels made by allistics to put us into categories of how much of a "hindrance" we are to society. Most people in the autistic community prefer "high support needs" and "low support needs", since this shows us as being real people rather than our functionality to society.
    2) The puzzle pieces are also a bad symbol for autism. The puzzle pieces are commonly used by Autism Speaks (which is said to be a hate group within the autism community) and other misinformed/hateful allistics, and is a symbol that we are "puzzles, mysteries, something that needs solving", so we prefer the infinity symbol (bonus points for the rainbow one ;) Which again shows that we are people and a wide spectrum of people at that.

    • @elligasaway4058
      @elligasaway4058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +357

      Thank you for this!! I noticed those things in the video and also needed to point it out to everyone here, as most of the people watching this are allistic

    • @troldrian
      @troldrian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      i was just thinking this ^^^^

    • @jealousharibo
      @jealousharibo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +178

      Personally I like the high/low functioning label, because it focuses on me. It focuses on how I function, not what others think my needs are.

    • @hugo4it
      @hugo4it 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

      As an autist, i disagree with both of these. I personally like the functioning labels because there is no english term for the other disabilities that i have and "high functioning autism" just covers my other disabilities.

    • @kimpedersen5708
      @kimpedersen5708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +208

      i think it all depends on the person's preference. i have a friend who dislikes the functioning labels and a friend that does. my brother likes them because it's easier for him to understand and explain it to others. i always ask the person with autism how they want me to refer to it personally if i ever have to. i do 100% agree on the puzzle piece one, autism speaks is NOT a good organization and they are a secret hate group.

  • @MemeAnt
    @MemeAnt ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I relate to so many of these so hard. I have autism, and it’s very satisfying to see autism becoming more mainstream.

    • @memebaltan
      @memebaltan 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      no i dont think i want autism to become mainstream
      two different meanings

    • @MemeAnt
      @MemeAnt 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@memebaltan why? Seeing autism becoming more accepted is wonderful, it’s nice seeing more people like me represented in media.

    • @memebaltan
      @memebaltan 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@MemeAnt No no, read again. "Autism becoming more mainstream." I understand what you wanted to say, but read again....

    • @MemeAnt
      @MemeAnt 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@memebaltan fair. I didn’t make my point clear.

  • @fratboygabe
    @fratboygabe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1186

    I feel like Anthony doesn't get enough appreciation for this series and the social acceptance that he brings to the "weirdos" or people who aren't society's usually the blonde haired blue eyed perfect standards, or hell, anyone in general. Anthony is a great advocate for this kind of thing and makes these videos informational but also warm hearted and fun. He adds his own personal twist to the different people he interacts with each week.
    Personally, I'm not autistic or anything but it warmed my heart to see Anthony interact with these people and see the way they openly talk about it and be accepted as they should be. Not everyone isn't going to accept these people as Anthony does, even if they should.
    Quite honestly? I see him as an inspiration and I'd love to see this series go further. More people need to see this and they're not. The videos are enjoyable, welcoming, humorous and warm hearted. Anthony has this talent for entertaining and informing. It's amazing.
    I look forward to seeing the notification each week for the new video. The new interview. I've learned a lot about the different people of the world who wouldn't be socially accepted due to their lack of what one might call normal. So..thank you Anthony. For the videos. Making me laugh constantly. Teaching me. Showing me. Opening my eyes. It's appropriated and I'll never be the same after it :)

    • @mr.misery6596
      @mr.misery6596 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Gabby T 💙

    • @epikkgaymer6068
      @epikkgaymer6068 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Idk if blonde and blue eyed people are the standard, but I agree. Everywhere in society there’s always standards, and it’s not fair to treat people like they’re crazy or weird for how they are. I like that he’s not patronising to anyone, like the people who believe in the matrix or the psychics and witches. It’s nice seeing someone so open and accepting.

    • @xandercage5935
      @xandercage5935 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes! YT needs more content creators like Anthony! Lets destroy most useless negative commentary channels, and replace it with content similar or with same goal as Anthonys! That last laugh at the end was so heartwarming, ppl would have a lot to learn from this man

    • @GlitterC8k
      @GlitterC8k 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why bring blond hair blue eyed people into this? We can't help how we look when we are born. We really don't receive any perks because of it, besides the whole "white privilege" thing.. which has nothing to do with hair or eye color.

    • @FullMetalKaliber
      @FullMetalKaliber 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Courtney Ohnstad Blonde hair and blue eyes beauty being somewhat unique has made it a beauty standard and it’s connection with the “purity” of the white race hasn’t really helped. They kinda coincide you can’t say white privilege and not look at the whole hitler situation. But none of that matters in this situation since it was an example of supposed perfection and the main subject in the comment was social acceptance. You’re missing the point entirely

  • @FloatyyBrain
    @FloatyyBrain ปีที่แล้ว +4806

    Me two years ago: Oh this is such a cool video! Some of my friends with autism would like this ha ha.
    Me now: *diagnosed with autism*

  • @lucinoggs879
    @lucinoggs879 4 ปีที่แล้ว +847

    I spent a day with Anthony Padilla

    • @hayzmation5354
      @hayzmation5354 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      👏 he’s gotta make that an episode lol

    • @lbintenew
      @lbintenew 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@hayzmation5354 it would just be this video tho

    • @lucinoggs879
      @lucinoggs879 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I meant he should make a different video of him spending a day with himself (not making fun of people with autism)

    • @phatboi813
      @phatboi813 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@hayzmation5354 for April fools

    • @lucinoggs879
      @lucinoggs879 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hayZmation for real tho

  • @whitewolf-hn2sk
    @whitewolf-hn2sk ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As someone who has a family member with very high level autism I want to give this lady the biggest hug hug and I want to pray for her 4:52, human beings are so cruel to one and other especially to the most vulnerable in society

  • @SACKSAM180
    @SACKSAM180 4 ปีที่แล้ว +647

    Hey Anthony, my name is Sam, and I’m in high school, 12th grade in fact and I have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Hearing you interview people on the spectrum or with fully blown Autism really makes my happy, cause I’ve been going through some things and people always perceived me as weird and some even threatened to call the cops on me for doing normal things. Ex: taking out the trash or bringing in art to school. I do have problems with social cues and understanding. Also, I have an IEP, which requires me to take tests in another room or get extra time for that. This video made me proud to hear that I’m not alone, and to show that people with Autism are just like us; human.

    • @HollyJSquad
      @HollyJSquad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I did tests in another room when I was in high school it helped me a lot to focus and not feel so much pressure

    • @rzd7778
      @rzd7778 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Das cool

    • @lauralifeleaf
      @lauralifeleaf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree. As someone who Austin as well I love that he took his time and treated them as regular people.

    • @stijnvanderhaegen6269
      @stijnvanderhaegen6269 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bradleyryan4380 Atypical is one of the more "extreme" cases of autism, but it does represent it pretty wel.
      (at least when i compare it to the people in my life that have it. (4 people if you include me))

  • @laurajoseph2282
    @laurajoseph2282 4 ปีที่แล้ว +933

    I’ve learnt that when you’re close to someone that’s on the spectrum that you don’t treat them differently but orientate what you specifically say towards them especially if they take things literally or you have to be black and white with your words (no grey areas). And when there’s different emotions involved (because sometimes the people close to me just don’t understand) explain in a way they do. Everyone is different, people perceive things differently, I’m glad there’s being more light spread and more awareness

    • @Lyreoz
      @Lyreoz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I've had adults talk down to me before, and it was so fucking hurtful. Typically, I would logically deconstruct any moronic statements they made, pointing out any contradictions, and emphasizing their flawed logic, to show them that their rational thinking abilities were vastly inferior. Usually they got pretty mad, probably because I hurt their fragile egos and deflated their superiority complexes. I believe that anyone, who thinks that they're somehow above autistic people, is dull in actuality.

    • @vonekiller
      @vonekiller 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Ahhh if only people knew this when i was growing up, heck even now almost the first thing i say to people is to just say what they mean, dont hint at things just say it straight otherwise i wont get it!

    • @keylimetea
      @keylimetea 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Laura Joseph YES THIS. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @theresachacon1122
      @theresachacon1122 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is a joke but people with autism can be top tier smartasses I'm guessing

    • @mydogeatspuke
      @mydogeatspuke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Lyreoz LOL if that isn't me to a t. I make people SO angry because I get "vicious" (it's not intentional, I'm just telling them why they're wrong, because they are and should know so they can stop being wrong and taking it out on me) when they attack me. I can't help that I'm smart and always right, I just pay attention more than the idiots spouting lies they made up on the spot, and I expect people to do as they say they will. I wouldn't lie, so why can they? And they'd be so mad if I lied to them, but I forget it's one rule for me and another for everyone else. But oh does it make life difficult when you hold people accountable. I have never been treated so badly in all my life than when I follow up with someone who never got back to me and remind them of what they said, and then refuse to let them deny it. I've been told that I just bring it out of people, rub them the wrong way, but I'd argue that anyone who can speak to another person in the ways they speak to me was never that nice to begin with, they were just very good at hiding it. Turns out most people are actually awful and just very good at hiding it, and it's normal for neurotypical people to lie at least 90% of the time from what I've been told. Did you know too that over 80% of neurotypical conversation has NOTHING AT ALL to do with the words they're saying? I can't even imagine what the heck else having a conversation could be about if not the words they're saying! They genuinely believe they're mind readers or something. They're all nuts!

  • @materialgirl2839
    @materialgirl2839 4 ปีที่แล้ว +513

    Vax ≠ autism
    Karens:*slowly rubbing essential oils on wrists* uhhhhhhhh idk abt that

    • @Thenoobestgirl
      @Thenoobestgirl 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂

    • @grungesoftnr
      @grungesoftnr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i choked lmaoooo

    • @SmilingAdvocate
      @SmilingAdvocate 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Doctor: karen you have to vaccinate your 6 kids
      Karen: no. Essential oils are better. My kids will get autism
      Doctor: there’s no connection between vaccinations and autism. If you don’t get your kids vaccinated they could become sick and die and bring back illnesses we have got rid of
      Karen: how DARE you tell me how to treat my kids! I want to speak to the manager!

  • @kokoduspcy
    @kokoduspcy ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'd love a part 2 of Anthony inviting autistic people because there's a lot unsaid in this video and it would be amazing to talk about other aspects of autism on this channel

  • @kerrysue9280
    @kerrysue9280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +988

    Richard: I thought it was just, everyone had an aide.
    Anthony: Yeah, you didn't notice that other people did not have aides?
    Richard: Yeah, I didn... ... he he he!
    Oh my gosh that moment was so cute and so funny. I loved this video and all of the beautiful souls that shared life from their perspective. I have learned so much!

    • @blackkyurem720
      @blackkyurem720 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Their laughing made me laugh even more to it

    • @raven.9550
      @raven.9550 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Zeatrix M. Yeah same lol

    • @GuyFromSomeWorld
      @GuyFromSomeWorld 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That reminds me of Jared Has Aides

    • @kerrysue9280
      @kerrysue9280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@blackkyurem720 Me too! I went back and watched it a few times!

  • @luigiepic
    @luigiepic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +476

    Hearing them say they used to think autism was a burden but then became just a part of them gives me hope. I found out I had autism a couple years ago and I’m struggling a lot with realizing that something everyone around me makes fun of is what I’ve been all along.

    • @Partyman1able
      @Partyman1able 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Luigi Epic youll be okay💖 i went through the same thing a few years ago. We gotta stick together

    • @jennybear48
      @jennybear48 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I got diagnosed with aspergers 7 years ago and was bullied really heavily for being ‘different,’ but then i found art a few years ago and realised all these ‘bad’ things people thought about autism were actually things that i could use to help me in my art and life. You’re never alone, and remember that everyone’s journey is different and you’ll find things that work with you 😊❤️ just cause people call it a burden doesn’t mean it actually is for you

  • @fmaaa8322
    @fmaaa8322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +922

    this is the most wholesome comment section ever

    • @xxrandmlinksxxbruh2419
      @xxrandmlinksxxbruh2419 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      FMAAA
      Thx
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    • @fmaaa8322
      @fmaaa8322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@xxrandmlinksxxbruh2419 I take back my statement you just ruined it

    • @xxrandmlinksxxbruh2419
      @xxrandmlinksxxbruh2419 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      FMAAA 🥺 I’m truly sorry

  • @manditee28
    @manditee28 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As a person who has autism. This video is so enlightening, and I appreciate it. I appreciate feeling seen.