The Reasons We Feel Subjected to Persecution(2)

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Here, I would like to share a part of the explanation as to why we feel we are subjected to 'persecution.'

In a previous blog post, I explained that Japan is a quintessential high-context society and that this cultural characteristic can be particularly challenging for individuals with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder).

Today, I would like to continue this discussion.

For those with ASD traits, communication tends to be taken literally, making it difficult to grasp 'unspoken meanings' or subtle nuances. As a result, they are often gradually excluded from organizational or social settings.
Similarly, individuals with ADHD traits may struggle to maintain appropriate interpersonal boundaries, leading others to perceive them as 'unable to read the room' or 'overly assertive.' This, too, results in gradual exclusion from groups or organizations.

One particularly challenging aspect is the lack of visible physical traits associated with these conditions. Since individuals with ASD or ADHD appear outwardly similar to neurotypical individuals, they are often mischaracterized as 'eccentric' and further marginalized.

The cumulative effect of these challenges is the slow but steady 'exclusion' of individuals with developmental disabilities from society.
This, in essence, represents the 'current reality' faced by individuals with developmental disabilities in Japan.

Furthermore, many individuals develop secondary conditions such as depression or schizophrenia as a result of the overwhelming difficulty of navigating life in such circumstances.

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