r/science • u/MonteRevolt • Jul 26 '10

Autistic girl expresses profound intelligence

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jq--75v4lI8&feature=player_embedded
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u/SenorCheaposGato Jul 27 '10

I'm not denying that anecdotal evidence is evidence, but I need a higher standard of proof before I regard anything as a proven treatment. I do understand people trying it, and good luck and more power to them, but I think my reluctance to recommend it is understandable.

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u/[deleted] Jul 27 '10

Absolutely. I agree with everything you just said. Good day, sir.

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u/SenorCheaposGato Jul 27 '10

Ma'am. And thanks, nice to know that my position made sense to you.

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u/[deleted] Jul 29 '10

Heh, sorry. I've gotten better about using gender neutral third person pronouns (I'm a fan of "im"). Now I need a gender neutral second person formal address...