I'm a Celebrity get Me out of Here 2023 #5

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It’s nice seeing those that have maybe some understanding of ASD or just a bit of empathy and understanding interact with Sam, they actually smile at him with their eyes (Marc, Tony, Grace etc)
Fred isn't too bad either. He's direct "let me eat" without being snarky. It reminds me a bit of how I have to be with my eldest. I just have to say it even if it feels too blunt to me. He doesn't take it badly, just as a request.
 
I was diagnosed at 26. I love that Sam is on the show, and love seeing other neurodivergent people in different shows. I’m not a fan of Sam’s excitability though personally! But love that he’s on it and that he’s himself!
I couldn't be around so many people. It would definitely cause me to meltdown.
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I know it’s a real condition, what I’m saying is all the Z listers seem to have it.
Because its more known about now.
 
Fred isn't too bad either. He's direct "let me eat" without being snarky. It reminds me a bit of how I have to be with my eldest. I just have to say it even if it feels too blunt to me. He doesn't take it badly, just as a request.
Yeah and I think Sam would appreciate the blunt honesty, there was no eye rolling from Fred etc. I saw on X some people questioning whether they would come for Fred like they did for Nella but it was hardly a comparable interaction.
 
I don't dislike Sam. Just would find his overfamiliarity grating. He seems to have no boundaries. Which can be endearing I know.
Are these part of his autism and ADHD? Genuinely curious as no idea.
They probably go hand in hand. The lack of social cue picking up plus the ADHD would cause the overfamiliarity I guess?

I’ve worked with young people with ASD for over 10 years and I can hold my hands up and say that for certain behaviour aspects of the spectrum, I really struggled to manage it. One young person sprung to mind who took every word literally and i used to think he was taking the piss out of me.
 
I don't dislike Sam. Just would find his overfamiliarity grating. He seems to have no boundaries. Which can be endearing I know.
Are these part of his autism and ADHD? Genuinely curious as no idea.
Its definitely a trait of autism. He will find it hard to read peoples social interactions and cues. Adhd could leave him with low self esteem and therefore he seeks validation from others. Being rejected can be extremely hard for a neurodiverse person.
 
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