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For one thing, we don't even know whether or not HD has been diagnosed as having an ASD.BBM:
That's NOT what the scientific research is showing:
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366(17)30162-1/fulltext
SABBM:
A small body of research is showing worryingly high rates of suicidality in people with autism. In a large-scale clinical study of adults newly diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, 66% reported that they had contemplated suicide, significantly higher than rates among the UK general population (17%) and patients with psychosis (59%); 35% had planned or attempted suicide. A large-scale population study showed that suicide is a leading cause of premature death in people with autism.
Suicide risk in autism | Autism Speaks
SABBM:
Suicide rates are a national concern, and it is important to know that individuals on the autism spectrum are among those at risk for suicide. Research in this area is still emerging, but studies show that individuals with autism may be at greater risk for suicide and show higher than average rates of suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
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I could cite numerous other studies, but I don't want to derail the thread.
For one thing, we don't even know whether or not HD has been diagnosed as having an ASD.
I think it's important, though, to be sure of one's facts when one claims to speak as one having professional expertise on any given subject matter.
Your anecdotal observations aside, I do see suicide as a possibility here.
As always and ever, JMO.
This most important statement is critical to how important the TOS are. That alleged diagnosis has interfered with this discussion since the initial post referencing it. It’s now too late to hit the undo button. We can’t unwind time. Follow the rules, folks and most of all- I’m talking to myself. Harley is still missing. Tick tock goes the clock. I think mapping is a great way to get this thread back on track. JMHO
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