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== Diagnosis and Background == | == Diagnosis and Background == | ||
Joshua Block's autism was confirmed by his [[Grandpa Block|grandfather]] in an interview, noting that Josh was initially placed in a restrictive school track due to his condition but later excelled in standard classes, achieving honor roll status.<ref>https://greaterlongisland.com/meet-joshua-block-a-recent-patchogue-medford-grad-who-attracts-millions-on-tikt/</ref> As a TikTok influencer with nearly 4 million followers, his autism influences his public behavior, often seen in his comedy videos, live streams, and vlogs centered around [[New York City]]. | Joshua Block's autism was confirmed by his [[Grandpa Block|grandfather]] in an interview, noting that Josh was initially placed in a restrictive school track due to his condition but later excelled in standard classes, achieving honor roll status.<ref>https://greaterlongisland.com/meet-joshua-block-a-recent-patchogue-medford-grad-who-attracts-millions-on-tikt/</ref> As a TikTok influencer with nearly 4 million followers, his autism influences his public behavior, often seen in his comedy videos, live streams, and vlogs centered around [[New York City]]. | ||
=== Autism and intelligence === | |||
Contrary to popular beliefs, autism does not necessarily make someone automatically smart, nor does it increase someone's IQ (unlike the much more appropriate "Savant syndrome"). In fact, around 60% of all autistic person have <90 IQ and only 5% of autistic people have greater-than average IQ. It is possible that Josh is between the high-to-mid functioning autism. However, it's more likely that he isn't high functioning, as many who are live typically normal adult lives without needing any help. | |||
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