Autism

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A community for respectful discussion and memes related to autism acceptance. All neurotypes are welcome.

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submitted 4 months ago by Beaver@lemmy.ca to c/autism@lemmy.world

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[–] FarraigePlaisteach@lemmy.world 7 points 4 months ago (1 children)

I wonder if we could train dogs to diagnose by sniffing butts.

[–] webghost0101@sopuli.xyz 5 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (2 children)

I bet it would work in theory but difficult in practice when the medical profession does a “hold on, whats the dogs opinion on this?”

[–] JadenSmith@sh.itjust.works 4 points 4 months ago

Honestly I am in favour of this, purely based on how hilarious your scenario makes it sound.

I also propose guidance on dressing the dog up like Dr. Scooby Doo.

[–] cactusupyourbutt@lemmy.world 4 points 4 months ago

you never had a cat scan?