I agree. He reminds me of myself that likes children's things. I hate it when people say these things. Why, when am out in public am force to put on a mask to cancel out my true self.
@@sjjdjejdkdkd3716 Naturally, since to "grow up" is to work endless pointless jobs and maybe retire in 40 years. Why wait your whole life to begin living as you wish? His "childishness" is a rejection of the fake rules and regulations which everybody bends themselves to submit to, and collectively enforce. Doesn't everybody understand how we all submit part of our autonomy and desires to be part of society? But we don't have to! Childishness v Adulthood: where do you draw the boundaries? There is no real distinction. Its a fake social construction. The reality is of Freedom/Pleasure v the "moral" responsibilities/toil of adulthood, and wage labour. The "Rat Race," right? So its a natural reaction to society. Growing up is sacrificing the freedom of childhood to "become an adult" and become a "good, responsible" person. Purely a moral judgment (fake) The Adulthood/Childhood thing is just a mask for this. Unfortunately, the sanctions for violating these fake rules, for not living within the standard plan for living, are very real.
Most people judge want everone to fit into there odd preference of supposed places or spots so someone can supposedly call that normal wat the hell is normal ?biscuits
He is a happy guy, people are cruel towards these people, I bet ya they don't even know how to replace battery in smoke detector this guy has repair skills
@Alex & Rah well maybe someone with a higher functioning autism. some people on the spectrum literally can not work. he will never have to either since he lives in a country with a function social democracy.. unlike America
At first I was quick to think Marcus' dad is a prick... but from what he said at the campsite, you can understand he is concerned how his son will cope when he and his wife are gone. This doc is both happy and sad.
Very much agree. I never even realize when I'm reading subtitles anyway. It just feels like listening to it in English once you get into what's happening on screen
I know because you want to hear his voice. Even if you don't speak the language, you cant hear the emotion or truth in his voice with a voice actor talking loudly over him. I would have much rather read subtitles as well.
As an autistic woman I actually admire Markus a lot because he seems to have mastered something that I lack: self-acceptance and self-confidence. People like Markus remind me that it’s ok to be different. That there is not only one accepted way to exist in society and that you should not live your life on other people’s terms.
He’s really enlightened, some people waste their time trying to fit in with the norm, but he spends his time doing what he loves and doesn’t care what other people think. He’s the kind of person who is going to die happy
He is like Peter Pan. He's found his happy thought and has turned his apartment into his very own Neverland. Hold onto that happy thought and fly, Markus, fly!!
@S A That's not at all comparable. And why on earth would your room mates judge you for that? In what way did they judge you? When I was at university most people thought things like that ranged from cool to just not caring, but I never had anyone judge someone else on it, let alone not like them because of that...
Hes a smart man. I had a classmate with the condition, but instead of sound it was math. He was made fun of, but he was a straight A student. Hes working on being a math teacher.
it is always remarkable when parents live their whole lives in a state of quiet disappointment over their children. it is heartbreaking, sad, painful for all involved. I am glad that Markus seems to have been able to rise above that and just be.
Ames Adamson. yes yes... but for some people they just can't handle things.,don't make it right. thank god Markus aperently has a family,with money to send him away and he has a chance at a decent life. others that can't accept or have financial abilities... children could be in a bad place... thank god Markus is lucky safe but don't it just make others think what about the others..
His happiness is adorable. I love that he lives in a way that makes him happy. Cos that's what life's about, right? To live a happy life! :) As an autistic female, I am actually very similar to this side of the spectrum, so thank you for this video, it has helped me understand myself a little more. I just worry that there will be people that watch this and assume that we are all the same. The spectrum is very broad and there are so many little differences to each autistic person. And I'm sick of people saying that autism immediatly means extremely stupid. We just think differently and see things differently. Just because some of us can be extremely anxious and go mute sometimes and struggle to explain/express feelings doesn't mean there's nothing going on in our brains! Thanks for reading this. Just wanted to get my thoughts out. 💖✌
It's easier for women who are on the spectrum then it is for men. My odd behaviour may even look cute but a man with similar behaviour would be considered insane. Also, a woman with autism can find a man who will take care of her while a man with autism is left to himself.
@@gacomics5951 There is still a pervasive belief that women can't be autistic and they are still often under- or misdiagnosed. Pair a lack of diagnosis with trying to fit into a world you don't quite fully understand or fit into (but are socially pressured to be socially acceptable and agreeable, perhaps a bit more than men), and it's a recipe for leading a frustrating, unfulfilling life. I'd say the challenges for each gender are unique and neither is better. I know autistic men in relationships and autistic women whose interests/personalities are too intense for them to maintain relationships. Every individual is exactly that, an individual! Most importantly, let's hope society gets more accepting of people's differences.
ty hannah b i too am on the spectrum i live on my own im in my 60s i do quit well when im not being aggravated by these psycho neighbors and the management he is alot like i am im glad there are others out there like me
Nothing wrong with Markus. He has a lot to offer society. We need people like him who see the world in different light. Heartening to see a minimal of negative comments here.
@@brianmeen2158 agreed, acceptance has limits, this guy is a literal man-child and acts very infantile ,he needs help to learn to cope, and move forward in a positive and productive manner, sure, hes not really hurting anyone, but he is hurting and limiting himself and that is not healthy, no matter how you spin it. this guy is avoiding being an adult, his life is counter-productive and its not healthy, in the long run he will not be happy. i have known folks like this in my years of working in social services for disabled adults and they at times claim to be happy and love their life, you see them over time deteriorate, lose skills,regress even further, and they do get depressed, they suffer from very low self-esteem, low self confidence and it causes major suffering long term. if he has the toys as a side hobby that would be fine, but its his main activities / hobby and pretty much consumes him.
I'm so sorry. I am a mama to a nonverbal autistic son and I worry the world won't be kind to him.... I play with him anything he wants as long as he wants and I'm never rude about it.... I only feel happy being with him.... But not all mother's can be so patient or loving and that makes me sad...never forget how wonderful you are no matter how anyone else behaves towards you.
The fact that his dad is so rude to him and gives him a hard time every time he comes to visit just makes me sad... His mom seems lovely, I just don't understand why his father is so awful to him. And apparently her new husband is no better
His dad is a bit harsh, but he is right ! And I respect him for not coddling , enabling and babying him, being disabled is not an excuse to refuse to grow up
That man isn't his father, early in the video we find out his mother divorced his father on account of he wanted to cope with their sons idiosyncrasies without the government.
@@Shannonbarnesdr1 that is a horrible thing to say does it really matter if he lives like a child the main thing is that he's happy better that he's child like and happy and being made to grow up and be depressed live and let live its his life and its up to him how he lives it too many judgemental people in this world
I'm also a 35 years old autistic guy, and I see things what I recognize problems in my own live. Autistic comes in many kinds, I don't act like a child, i'm try to be "normal" in my own way, but in my apartment I can releax in my own way. My skills are i'm very good at computers,electronics, music and movies. At my ICT work place, I do all the wiring for the pc testing table's. My coworks are very happy what I do with making those better work/testing places. But there is one skill what I own I don't like, is when i'm inside off a builing i'm trying to put the hole place inside my head. If there is to must noise, i'm getting instable and get very tired. But I must say i'm happy with my life. I work for my own money, have nice apartment and married for 7 years. I have great family/friends to support me. So I can say i'm lucky.
DaFixer like this man said in video it's your own place you feel most comfortable... and that is not a bad thing you just work with it... your doing amazing.,some people with no disabilities or daily struggles have no sence of common desancy so therefore there is mast majority that are "in their world of being privledged"
Well, it's good that you're a functioning member in society. Many people play on their illness, while others do need to be on disability. It's good to know what you're good at.
I am age 35 and autistic man and still lonely and single but I don't show most symptoms I like being in a loud place I hate quiet places and my younger brother is worse he hates noise I talk and he doesn't my brother and I are 2 different people.
He needs to be taught some life skills such as cooking, budgeting, washing clothes, and in the end he needs a way to make money. It’s not a matter of him having to “grow up”, he’s already grown. He doesn’t need to change his personality, throw away his toys, or stop playing. But he does need to learn how to take care of himself because his parents aren’t always gonna be there to do it for him.
@@Shannonbarnesdr1right, but do you really think he can just ‘stop acting like a 2 year old’ on a dime? I mean he is 35 and he’s been this way for his whole life. It’s not that simple. I understand where you are coming from though.
@@joogaloo8405 He's in Germany. In theory, there is a possibility for him to find employment. The government will pay part of his salary. At some point he mentions that he and Ramona have less money because they don't go to "the workshop" any more. There are special workshops for special needs people in Germany, usually run by some charities. They will pay some nominal salary and they often make people do very repetitive or dull work, and/or are very structured, so not all people with disabilities are able or willing to work there.
They’ve got a lovely cat, just like my neighbour’s. I’m autistic and have an amazing affinity with animals, they just seem to love me and fuss me all the time.
The only problem is the financial strain he may put on his family. His Dad still pays his phone bill and I'm sure he pays for him to stay in that apartment. When his parents die who knows who will pay for his life then? :(
@@GrannyGooseOnUA-cam but this dude seems to do way more that chris does, i mean, i would watch this guy's tutorials to learn something, unlike chris videos where you mostly watch it for the cringe
What it says on the thumbnail, as well as towards the start of the video, is highly disrespectful. Just because Markus is autistic, doesn’t mean he is a “child”. He is an adult, a 35 year old autistic man, and just because he has the interests he has doesn’t mean he is a “35 year old child”.
I'm almost 40, and I still enjoy playing with toys, watching cartoons, reading comics etc. Everything that's fun and nice I still like and enjoys. However, I keep them in my secret cave somewhere in my house
I plan on working with kids who have autism. I absolutely adore people who have autism, they're not judgemental, loving, understanding. I use to take kare of a 14 yr old with autism who weighted over 250lbs. love him to death, but DAMN he ate me out of house! I miss him a lot, but his mother robbed me.. it kills me that kids with autism are being treated so poorly..
As someone who is an aspie, this documentary is sad but sweet at the same time. It's a tough life and some are born luckier than others. Hope Markus lives a happy life in his way
@@ibinkyz He means some people are luckier financially than others. The person in this video doesn't have to work but has his own apartment. That is lucky. If I didn't work I would be homeless.
He seems to face some sort of struggle with his gender identity and/or sexuality. I wish he had someone (a professional) to guide him through those things too.
@@megamegaO cuz he dresses like a girl some times and said he wants to be a woman but no one will tell him how to make that happen. And he envisions a 40yo male special friend instead of that Downs girl. But i don't think it should be pursued. It won't give him better quality of life and itd be very trying and expensive for his parents.
Toaster Strudel Because Marcus specifically said he doesn't know how he would be a woman because no one will explain those kinds of thing to him. He hates having facial hair to shave, loves nail polish, likes dresses, and having his hair long. There's nothing wrong with any of it, but he just needs someone to show him how to express his feminine side, although it would be very hard in this world to be both autistic _and_ transgender or interested in drag. He already struggles with cruelty from strangers, and criticism from his parents. The part you may have missed begins at 19:02
Is there a version without an English dub? As a German who speaks German, it's really irritating and confusing if I hear the German language voiced over with the English language, my brain can't really decide which language it should listen to and gets confused. Subtitles are way better than dubs because, for people who know both languages, it gets harder to understand because they know both languages and I think I'm not the only one feeling like that 😅😅
Have you considered subscribing to this channel’s main channel because this is a English channel sort of subsidiary to the main channel. It is paid for by the German Government.
Reminds me of the vast majority of people who see fashion magazines and go to their hairdressers. They influence each other as other social groups, don't they?
I hear for special people or those that are on the further part of the spectrum, it's because they often rip their hair out or will choke themselves with it. But they can't have it too short either or they may feel vulnerable and get anxiety attacks. That's why they can't have bangs or yknow anything like that, it's just the safe cut.
If my child were severely autistic, I'd take good care of them and they would not look like they had anything out of the ordinary. I admire Katie Price for how she brings up Harvey, he wears normal trendy and fashionable clothes, he has cool hair and looks good. She takes care of him and he's obviously well brought up. I'd make sure from an early age that normal things such as going to the hairdresser, cutting nails, brushing teeth, choosing good clothes, keeping clean and smart etc were priority. I work with young vulnerable adults with autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviour. Some of our residents are very resistant to hair cuts and to assistance with personal care. Some parents are brilliant and buy them clothes from Superdry, Nike, Gym King and skinny jeans etc, and we put the radio on, music channels, keep things current.
I'm glad he seems to be happy at least. Unfortunately I'm 30 and got ASD diagnose this year. I'm in emotional pain, dissociation and anhedony almost everyday. Life has been a nightmare for me since the childhood. Had problem to graduate from my engineer studies because of stress, anxiety. It seems like you're both super intelligent and handicaped too.
@@MrPillowStudios I'm not trying to be rude, however, what kind of question is that? Blindness is a spectrum, just like autism is. I just told you in my last reply that I was born without vision, so, no, I don't know and don't want to know what it's like to see. My retinas are completely detached. Do your own research on retinopathy of prematurity, then we'll talk. Until then, I'm going to get back to this Celtics Warriors game I'm hearing.
“He says he can’t really imagine what others are feeling”. But is that really true though? Looking at Markus, he seems to be such a kind soul, meeting everyone with an open heart, caring about his friends, not caring about whether someone is disabled or “different” in some way, just treating others as human beings, something that many “normal”, neurotypical people could learn from. And yet, he is the one that supposedly struggles with empathy, when it is the others who constantly judge and belittle people like him. Is it really the case that autistic people “have less empathy” and “don’t understand others” or is it simply the case that society values social protocol more than actual empathy and authenticity? I really feel that when people talk about autistic people struggling to understand others they mean that we don’t know what the social rules are in a given situation, not that we do not care about or emphasize with another person’s feelings. Neurotypicals likewise struggle to understand autistic people’s reactions and feelings and yet we don’t assume that they are lacking in empathy, they’re just the majority.
I agree with you, but to a certain extent there ar certain things they don't understand they are not making it up. Their way of communication is so different and I feel like it's so sad that people don't notice when they try so hard to understand others around them and people don't try in return so the communication is missed... Edit: I'm autistic too and rereading your comment I totally agree 👍
I'm a high functioning autistic and wish you had featured others on the spectrum, showing the whole spectrum not just Marcus. Folk will pigeon hole others on the spectrum to a Marcus type. I hold down a job that allows to work alone, so that when not working I can be social. I went to University. I took care of mom for 5 years before she passed. I have a dachshund. I own my own car
I'm more like Markus. I have my hobbies and I like the repair things. I don't go outside a lot. I don't go to see my friends. I'm judged a lot for living life like Markus, my dad is also like his. He said "if you don't work you're not a part of society", but I get stressed by going outside and by people and when I have a meltdown I think harmful thoughts, which I want to avoid at all costs.
Not to mention all of the autistic people who are in relationships, married, or have children. Autistic people aren't babies. They can find love. They can be sexually active. They can be good parents
@@SissyFlower5 yea but they aren't that severe. I also noticed many of those type of autistics ,believe it or not,complain about how oh so disabled and different from society they are!! When they are mostly like any other person! Really grinds my gears! Check out "What women with autism want you to know" by user name Iris. They pick the least autistic people out there to moan how disabled and different they are. Looks like Tumblrinas who just want attention to me...
Right! I know..I'm jealous! I don't have any social life at all, but that's due to not having friends. I'm not complaining though, trust me I'm used to it, it doesn't bother me. I've done without for many years! I've had to many bad experiences with so called "friend's", to even care!
He is very skillfull! People are always sour, no matter if you are totally fine or have some illness. Lot of them just try to bring you down. I hope this fella can find good people and get sorrounded by them
Markus seems to be as we all are .... except he has not got the aggression and intolerance that it appears is prevalent throughout most of the world towards things most people don't want to understand or accept. It's sad that his father has difficulty accepting his son as he is and not as he wants him to be. A long and happy life to Markus and all like him everywhere in the world. Leslie in England sends all best wishes to them.
Markus, du hast eine ganz liebe Mutti und super viele gute Freunde. Das ist ja so schön. Dein Vater hat dich auch ganz arg lieb, er hat nur Schwierigkeiten es auszudrücken. Ich wünsche dir alles gute für die Zukunft.
Markus is awesome, for sure he needs some help with things but he is quite independent in his own way , my son has autism he is 23 years old and still plays like a child but has a full time job , I’m very proud of him ❤
Wow. His life reflects mine a bit. Only I'm 30. I live in an apartment and I too have a caseworker. I'd honestly be really good friends with this dude he's really cool.
Same!! I struggled with that for a long time, thinking I was too old. But dude. If buying yourself a toy now and then makes you happy, fricken do it. Doesn't matter that 'normal' folks think of it. It makes you happy and isn't hurting anyone and that's all that really matters in the long run.
Go for it. I've been collecting toys all my life, and my partner is also a collector. Our apartment is more toys than furniture and we have a great time.
@@kittentoys2051 Yeah, tell me about it. I've got my own collection too! Guys I've dated told me that I need to ditch the toys...and I am like, no. I work for my money and support myself, so why get rid of them?
Its an ability did u saw what he can do ! He can make his own stuff and normal people only know how to sex and shit and eat like what he said Like sheeps
Hey DW, please consider doing subtitles instead of dub overlays. Two voices at once are really annoying, and we don't get to hear the character of the real person. Most people on the internet are used to closed captions, and your documentary competitors like Vice do it. Plus I'm sure it'll be cheaper for you!
I am on the spectrum...but when you meet one person with autism, you have met ONE person with autism. It manifests itself in many ways! In my little autistic world, I would go NUTS with all that noise!!! I could never live with that. I can't have more than one form of noise going or I can't think and I get agitated. That said, like Markus, I have a mechanical aptitude, and I love to play. I play video games, and build models, and play musical instruments. That is my play. I think Markus is sweet and cool. He'd definitely be on my friends list if I lived close to him.
He's smart and he looks like a very sweet person I wish people can be like this guy is like an angel tbh he's very humble and he doesn't wanna be like the rest that's good
I have autism and I was not understood much for a while. I have a lot of friends and live a good social life and everything is good in that aspect, even though I'm an introvert. At my middle school my grades were always terrible. My parents and teachers thought I was lazy and that discouragement made me give up. I did some self reflection and diagnosed my self with autism. After lots of tests at centers and some therapy stuff it turns out I was right about me being autistic. The therapist said I am gifted on lots of things such as math calculations and logic. The therapist said it's because of my found interest in programming and physics along with just being a deep thinker on politics and how the world works. Apparently programming is my gift and is the thing Marcos was talking about with having a thing you are extremely talented at that you can do in isolation, which for me is programming, while for Marcos it's circuitry with custom sound boxes and making toys like that, which is like a more physical way of programming. The therapist said I had 140 ball park IQ and I gained some self confidence, (not to be like some kid who watches Rick and Morty or an r/iamverysmart beta) but I have a bunch of weaknesses. I take longer to answer questions when they are not about math. This is because my autism and personality often thinks about things to say in every possible way, which is where I have got a deep thinking logician type trait. I also have ADHD and need medication. After the next year started in high school the therapy and medication and my own self determination got me in honor society. I had gotten in trouble after being manipulated into participating into some seriously bad stuff related to hacking, as another boy had tricked me into thinking I was friends with him and he tried to steal code I had written after abusing my interest in computer science. He wanted to modify my code in a way for him to use it maliciously. I fortunately never gave him anything I had made but he had already gotten in trouble. He blamed me but he was doing the same thing to other kids with an interest in programming, all trying to make them do work for him. The principles thought I was lying when I said I didn't know anything about the hacking that happened to the school, but they still insisted I had made stuff to take down there network and spread hate messages on there public forums, when the only things I had ever made where just for getting around the web filter to play video games online. The principles also had no idea what autism really was. After my parents talked with the school they found out about how the school never even completed my file on my autism and were just trying to sneak me into sped classes if they weren't able to expel me. The districts officer instantly came over to the school that day and fixed everything and made a plan with me to protect me from people like the kid who almost used me even more. Things are going well this year and I have great grades and I am considered as high functioning as possible for an autist, yet I have so many strengths and weaknesses with it. I think it's all due to me just being into programming and finding my gift that activated the side of me into programming video games and my own apps. It is unfortunate Marcos never got his gift accepted as he could have got a good job from a company that would require a lightweight hardware welder like him. If you have autism, recognize your strengths and weaknesses to improve upon them, and don't let people discourage you from your talents. Several years ago my own teachers said I will never be able to do any kind of programming with my grades, yet at the time I self taught myself 4 different programming languages in one year. Moral of the story for those autistics out there like me, you have basically been given op stats in one area such as engineering or a taste for arts, but the devs decided to balance you out by giving you a few weaknesses in social skills and abstract English concepts.
I have Autism and I can relate so much to him. I don't understand how people are satisfied in their boring jobs doing the same thing day in day out like sheep. It makes no sense to me. I just wanna do what I want and live the way I want without anyone telling me what to do.
Feel the same and I'm not autistic. Or maybe I am? I knew all my life that I was "different", teachers kept telling my mom to take me to a mental health expert, because I didn't like playing with other kids and was completely happy playing alone, I had huge issues socializing with other people and don't like being touched. Still have problems giving my mom a hug :/ that makes me sad. All my life I always just had one special friend, can't function in groups. I can get overly attached when I feel like I connect with someone on a deeper level and one break up with an ex boyfriend made me suicidal, fortunately I was able to snap out of it. I used to call people in general "the others", in a sense that I was not like everyone else (even though I wished I was) never felt I could belong. Nowadays I know how to and can act normal though. I just would like to find out what my problem is.
They aren’t, but they have to work to survive and support themselves. They typically find the good in their jobs so they can make it through the bad. Not everybody gets a dream job, but most people have to support themselves and other people in their family with whatever job they can.
Well the people who work hard are not out to support those who can work but choose to “live life without being told what to do”. You don’t think they want to just relax all day and make DIY projects?
One of my biggest fears as well as most parents with children with special needs is that somewhere in the distant future my wife and I may not be able to physically be able to take care of him and eventually we will die. I am scared of the thought who would be there for my boy how will he manage Lord knows you can’t trust the state..I try to make him his independent as possible so that he can manage on his own but he may never fully be able to
Don't be too harsh on him, if autistic people are so fond of particular kind of niche interests it's also because it keeps them going. It can be a way to avoid the things they have to do and are source of anxiety but it's also what keeps them alive.
It's only through a child's mind that we can enter paradise. This 35 year old man is living and enjoying his paradise on this earth. Blessed are those who can make this world their own paradise ... qué es sólo a través de la mente de un niño que podemos entrar al Reino de los Cielos, abrazo de Luz)))
I'm an adult with Aspergers and Tourette Syndrome, and made a living as an electronics technician. I can SO identify with Markus' desire to tinker around!
If he ever need another friend he has one here I like that he live his life 🧬🧬 the way he want too never be shame who you are God made everyone special I want sent him new toys such sweet man
I have autism too I understand his situation deeply. I don't feel comfortable with people too because they don't care about anything but themselves. People are dishonest too and always busy. It makes society dangerous and scarry. I am very aware of everyone else with all the pollution you all create it's painful for autistic people. Also, people will never understand us. You can't understand something that is uniquely designed for one person's experience. We can't share brain cells and tissues. Autism is a lonely world of textures. Though the autistic brain is built to handle it. Through awareness and understanding we will prosper together. Love and support is the most important thing in life. ❣️
I am wondering why he isn't able to cook, do laundry, or manage money well. I am wondering how much of it has to do with the disability and how much has to do with either others not taking the time to show him or just not pushing those tasks on him. I am on the spectrum and have been known for being better at budgeting than most, sometimes to the point of being obsessive compulsive and afraid to spend. I am having a hard time finding a job that I am good at which pays a living wage. I do basic living skills well but have challenges with things that depend on what other people do, so I am getting out and applying for jobs and interviewing. I think that the parents might want to start giving him more responsibility a little at a time. Maybe start with doing his own laundry and having him help out with grocery shopping and preparing meals so that he at least has whatever skills he can even if it never measures up to what society expects it is best to keep improving in weak areas.
Yes, some people with autism use it as an excuse to not have to take responsibility for anything. The moment anything gets difficult it's "I can't study because I have autism, I get too overwhelmed", "I can't do any cleaning because of my autism," or "I can't work because of my autism". It's not an excuse to not make an effort and not push yourself to get better, or to rely on everyone and everything else to support.
@@dtd1986 I understand what ur saying. It's hard if ur mental constitution is kid but academic/factual skills are PhD or some avant skill. It's also difficult for parents to find the balance. I'm all for flying solo as long as there's help when functioning drops out. A lot of people don't believe I have anything. Ive had breakdowns which in hindsight could be do to my challenges but correlation and causation is a wicked problem. I admit I've wanted people to take care of me and I came from a place of super independence climbing/skiing mtn's and setting up my own businesses but have now lost due to my brain differences. I have only 5 professionals believe in me and some - if not all - have passed out of my life. I don't have any clinical support anymore. This is my progression: ADHD/Learning Dificulties/Soft Neurological Signs (1992) -> Teen Troubles (1995-1998) -> Mental Health/Burnout (2007) -> Hit My Head on Rock (2008) -> Mental Breakdown/Psychosis (2009-2011) -> Adjustment w Mood/Conduct (2011), Depression & MDD (2011), Personality D/O w Psychosis (2012), Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum, Severe Learning Disability w Psychosis, ASD/long-term/short-term memory challenges/executive functioning disorder/psychotic break (2012) -> Pervasive Developmental DO (2014) -> Dysthymia & GAD (2017) -> cPTSD/adult ADHD (2018) As you can see from above they more or less say the same thing in different ways about my functional constitution. You can also see 2012 was a banner year for diagnosis. That's on top of physical stuff like arthritis, hormonal disorder, congenital narrowed spine (congenital spinal stenosis), disc degenerative disease, foot deformity (but not like club foot or extra growth), genetic disturbances, etc I am very confused. I question if I have delirium. Have no supportive education given to me by medicine and so I have no idea how it affects my everyday life. So naturally when I say it's one of my challenges others - and even me at times - wonder if I'm just playing the disability card. My home care worker doesn't believe I have anything and my parents don't understand either. There forced to either believe me or not believe my labels. That's also considering that everything is subjective esp. experiences and labels. ( Take a look at "The Meaning of Madness (Dr Burton)" )
I don't think he is. I'm German and it's a cultural thing; I've met many like him (cold, struggle with empathy and expressing emotion, very traditional and hardheaded, etc.)
If I had a vacuum cleaner shop, I'd want Marcus as my repair associate. His skill set could very easily adapt to servicing vacuums, including ones with electronic parts in them.
This guy will never get robbed, he’s got sensor toys everywhere.
Lol
best comment lol
If I were a robber and broke into that house, and tripped the motion sensors I’d probably shit myself.
Hahahahaha
😭😭😭
I really don't like that they call him a ''35 year old child'' just because he acts oddly and likes children toys
I agree.
He reminds me of myself that likes children's things.
I hate it when people say these things.
Why, when am out in public am force to put on a mask to cancel out my true self.
But he says himself that he doesn't want to grow up.
He's what you call a man-child.
@@sjjdjejdkdkd3716 Naturally, since to "grow up" is to work endless pointless jobs and maybe retire in 40 years. Why wait your whole life to begin living as you wish? His "childishness" is a rejection of the fake rules and regulations which everybody bends themselves to submit to, and collectively enforce. Doesn't everybody understand how we all submit part of our autonomy and desires to be part of society? But we don't have to!
Childishness v Adulthood: where do you draw the boundaries? There is no real distinction. Its a fake social construction. The reality is of Freedom/Pleasure v the "moral" responsibilities/toil of adulthood, and wage labour. The "Rat Race," right? So its a natural reaction to society. Growing up is sacrificing the freedom of childhood to "become an adult" and become a "good, responsible" person. Purely a moral judgment (fake)
The Adulthood/Childhood thing is just a mask for this. Unfortunately, the sanctions for violating these fake rules, for not living within the standard plan for living, are very real.
Most people judge want everone to fit into there odd preference of supposed places or spots so someone can supposedly call that normal wat the hell is normal ?biscuits
He is a happy guy, people are cruel towards these people, I bet ya they don't even know how to replace battery in smoke detector this guy has repair skills
most millenials dont know how to change a lightbulb :P
@@crimsonmoon9404 are you 38 years old or younger?
@Alex & Rah well maybe someone with a higher functioning autism. some people on the spectrum literally can not work. he will never have to either since he lives in a country with a function social democracy.. unlike America
People are cruel to each other for what ever reason so it dosent really matter
That’s exactly the problem. He could youse these skills to be a contributing member of society, but chooses not to
At first I was quick to think Marcus' dad is a prick... but from what he said at the campsite, you can understand he is concerned how his son will cope when he and his wife are gone. This doc is both happy and sad.
NOIRIST they need to have brothers and sisters
Mature adults have to find ways to cope with stressors for themselves. Because of crying babies, I always take earplugs/cotton on airplanes.
@@trueKENTUCKY brothers and sisters to take care of them once overprotective parents die?
@@DailyProGaming I'm autistic and it's the other way around for me.
the ones who challenge us the most are often the ones who care the most. you're welcome, hallmark
I appreciate him cause he is living in a way he wants to live.
And he has repairing skills...useful if he ever decides to either make or repair toys for money.
@@megamegaO no, you still dont understand
For real!
@@evaneverything119 he needs to be taught more things...
Are you sure? 😶
id rather read subtitles than listen to a dub
This. !!!!
Very much agree. I never even realize when I'm reading subtitles anyway. It just feels like listening to it in English once you get into what's happening on screen
No
I know because you want to hear his voice. Even if you don't speak the language, you cant hear the emotion or truth in his voice with a voice actor talking loudly over him. I would have much rather read subtitles as well.
open this in the background :D www.dw.com/de/in-der-welt-eines-autisten/av-47019110
As an autistic woman I actually admire Markus a lot because he seems to have mastered something that I lack: self-acceptance and self-confidence. People like Markus remind me that it’s ok to be different. That there is not only one accepted way to exist in society and that you should not live your life on other people’s terms.
He’s really enlightened, some people waste their time trying to fit in with the norm, but he spends his time doing what he loves and doesn’t care what other people think. He’s the kind of person who is going to die happy
Yep. This is the guy I wanna be.
Yeah but he lives on the costs of others, even if he was capable to do some work. Just because he thought he don't wan't to.
He is like Peter Pan. He's found his happy thought and has turned his apartment into his very own Neverland. Hold onto that happy thought and fly, Markus, fly!!
I think he may want to get a job at some point because the costs of living never was cheap
I see potential for this guy in prop buliding or making.. he's around people that don't support his interest.
he should create.his business online, no one will judge.
@S A That's not at all comparable. And why on earth would your room mates judge you for that? In what way did they judge you? When I was at university most people thought things like that ranged from cool to just not caring, but I never had anyone judge someone else on it, let alone not like them because of that...
Hes a smart man. I had a classmate with the condition, but instead of sound it was math. He was made fun of, but he was a straight A student. Hes working on being a math teacher.
it is always remarkable when parents live their whole lives in a state of quiet disappointment over their children. it is heartbreaking, sad, painful for all involved. I am glad that Markus seems to have been able to rise above that and just be.
Ames Adamson. yes yes... but for some people they just can't handle things.,don't make it right. thank god Markus aperently has a family,with money to send him away and he has a chance at a decent life. others that can't accept or have financial abilities... children could be in a bad place... thank god Markus is lucky safe but don't it just make others think what about the others..
He has got repairing skills and he must utilize these skills to generate money. May be a repair shop for him would be a good idea.
Saud Naeem yes!
He could repair broken toys
He's going to need *Someone Honest* who can help him with *Finance* so he won't be taken advantage of.
It doesn't work like that.
And maybe in a place with some other people so he’s not fixing 50 widescreens in a row.
His happiness is adorable. I love that he lives in a way that makes him happy. Cos that's what life's about, right? To live a happy life! :) As an autistic female, I am actually very similar to this side of the spectrum, so thank you for this video, it has helped me understand myself a little more. I just worry that there will be people that watch this and assume that we are all the same. The spectrum is very broad and there are so many little differences to each autistic person. And I'm sick of people saying that autism immediatly means extremely stupid. We just think differently and see things differently. Just because some of us can be extremely anxious and go mute sometimes and struggle to explain/express feelings doesn't mean there's nothing going on in our brains! Thanks for reading this. Just wanted to get my thoughts out. 💖✌
Keep your head up! And thanks for sharing 👍
It's easier for women who are on the spectrum then it is for men. My odd behaviour may even look cute but a man with similar behaviour would be considered insane. Also, a woman with autism can find a man who will take care of her while a man with autism is left to himself.
@@gacomics5951 There is still a pervasive belief that women can't be autistic and they are still often under- or misdiagnosed. Pair a lack of diagnosis with trying to fit into a world you don't quite fully understand or fit into (but are socially pressured to be socially acceptable and agreeable, perhaps a bit more than men), and it's a recipe for leading a frustrating, unfulfilling life. I'd say the challenges for each gender are unique and neither is better. I know autistic men in relationships and autistic women whose interests/personalities are too intense for them to maintain relationships. Every individual is exactly that, an individual! Most importantly, let's hope society gets more accepting of people's differences.
Thank you. Appreciate it
ty hannah b i too am on the spectrum i live on my own im in my 60s i do quit well when im not being aggravated by these psycho neighbors and the management he is alot like i am im glad there are others out there like me
Nothing wrong with Markus. He has a lot to offer society. We need people like him who see the world in different light. Heartening to see a minimal of negative comments here.
This world is short on kindness.
So what does he have to offer the world?
@@wirwerdenverarschtyeah I’m all for acceptance but I also like to deal with reality - I’m not sure what he brings to the table
Amen brother, amen
@@brianmeen2158 agreed, acceptance has limits, this guy is a literal man-child and acts very infantile ,he needs help to learn to cope, and move forward in a positive and productive manner, sure, hes not really hurting anyone, but he is hurting and limiting himself and that is not healthy, no matter how you spin it. this guy is avoiding being an adult, his life is counter-productive and its not healthy, in the long run he will not be happy. i have known folks like this in my years of working in social services for disabled adults and they at times claim to be happy and love their life, you see them over time deteriorate, lose skills,regress even further, and they do get depressed, they suffer from very low self-esteem, low self confidence and it causes major suffering long term. if he has the toys as a side hobby that would be fine, but its his main activities / hobby and pretty much consumes him.
I like him. He would be so good at making and designing toys. He is young at heart.
hes still young hes only in his 30s or 40
Im autistic and i was constantly verbally abused growing up so it always makes me anxious when people are abrasive
Same it’s always the mothers isn’t it they will always make you suffer like me
I'm so sorry. I am a mama to a nonverbal autistic son and I worry the world won't be kind to him.... I play with him anything he wants as long as he wants and I'm never rude about it.... I only feel happy being with him.... But not all mother's can be so patient or loving and that makes me sad...never forget how wonderful you are no matter how anyone else behaves towards you.
The fact that his dad is so rude to him and gives him a hard time every time he comes to visit just makes me sad... His mom seems lovely, I just don't understand why his father is so awful to him. And apparently her new husband is no better
His dad is a bit harsh, but he is right ! And I respect him for not coddling , enabling and babying him, being disabled is not an excuse to refuse to grow up
That man isn't his father, early in the video we find out his mother divorced his father on account of he wanted to cope with their sons idiosyncrasies without the government.
his dad reminds me of my dad. I like Markus
@@Shannonbarnesdr1 that is a horrible thing to say does it really matter if he lives like a child the main thing is that he's happy better that he's child like and happy and being made to grow up and be depressed live and let live its his life and its up to him how he lives it too many judgemental people in this world
@@MaxSachs It is his Dad, the parents remarried
"That's an example of why I hate other people"....me too dude, me too.
Cruel world
@@butter5144
Cruel world indeed.
i hate other people too
Right on💯💯💯
Dude must go through a ton of batteries!
OMG BeCkY Heard of rechargeables?
Julia Garriott don’t think those thing can be recharged.
Solar panels
Yep🪫🔋
I'm also a 35 years old autistic guy, and I see things what I
recognize problems in my own live. Autistic comes in many kinds, I don't act like a child, i'm try to be "normal" in my own way, but in my apartment I can releax in my own way. My skills are i'm very good at computers,electronics, music and movies. At my ICT work place, I do all the wiring for the pc testing
table's. My coworks are very happy what I do with making those better work/testing places. But there is one skill what I own I don't like, is when i'm inside off a builing i'm trying to put the hole place inside my head. If there is to must noise, i'm getting instable and get very
tired. But I must say i'm happy with my life. I work for my own money, have nice apartment and married for 7 years. I have great family/friends to support me. So I can say i'm lucky.
DaFixer like this man said in video it's your own place you feel most comfortable... and that is not a bad thing you just work with it... your doing amazing.,some people with no disabilities or daily struggles have no sence of common desancy so therefore there is mast majority that are "in their world of being privledged"
Well, it's good that you're a functioning member in society. Many people play on their illness, while others do need to be on disability. It's good to know what you're good at.
I have Asperger syndrome and I also try to be ‘normal’
I am age 35 and autistic man and still lonely and single but I don't show most symptoms I like being in a loud place I hate quiet places and my younger brother is worse he hates noise I talk and he doesn't my brother and I are 2 different people.
It doesen't matter.
He needs to be taught some life skills such as cooking, budgeting, washing clothes, and in the end he needs a way to make money. It’s not a matter of him having to “grow up”, he’s already grown. He doesn’t need to change his personality, throw away his toys, or stop playing. But he does need to learn how to take care of himself because his parents aren’t always gonna be there to do it for him.
nobody will hire him, trust me lol. Im in america and i can say this 100 percent, and I am higher functioning then he is.
@@joogaloo8405 maybe if he didnt act like a 2 year old he might could get a job seeing as he does have skills and he is capable of applying them.
@@Shannonbarnesdr1right, but do you really think he can just ‘stop acting like a 2 year old’ on a dime? I mean he is 35 and he’s been this way for his whole life. It’s not that simple. I understand where you are coming from though.
@@joogaloo8405 He's in Germany. In theory, there is a possibility for him to find employment. The government will pay part of his salary.
At some point he mentions that he and Ramona have less money because they don't go to "the workshop" any more. There are special workshops for special needs people in Germany, usually run by some charities. They will pay some nominal salary and they often make people do very repetitive or dull work, and/or are very structured, so not all people with disabilities are able or willing to work there.
They’ve got a lovely cat, just like my neighbour’s. I’m autistic and have an amazing affinity with animals, they just seem to love me and fuss me all the time.
His parents should encourage his talents and steer him into a career involving them. He is talented and I'm sure a company can use his skills.
@AVLRECORDS yup that's how I got hooked on xanax
Like in an electronics company
No. Companies need to make a profit. But a charity might give him some part time occupation.
You can be whatever you want as long as youre not hurting anybody
That's literally my life motto! Thank you for commenting this! 👍
The only problem is the financial strain he may put on his family. His Dad still pays his phone bill and I'm sure he pays for him to stay in that apartment. When his parents die who knows who will pay for his life then? :(
He'd be on disability.
It's not that easy.
He should have a UA-cam Channel where he gives tutorials on how to do that kind of stuff.
It could be a good way for him to make a little extra money.
Weeping Koopa hell yes!
Weeping Koopa umm the trolls of the internet would push him to an early grave........
@@RainyRunningRiver Yes. Look at Chris Chan. The UA-cam trolls drove him mad.
@@GrannyGooseOnUA-cam but this dude seems to do way more that chris does, i mean, i would watch this guy's tutorials to learn something, unlike chris videos where you mostly watch it for the cringe
I agree.
Damn, I would be friends with this guy in a heartbeat :( what a happy and carefree soul. I wish everyone could be a little bit more like him.
DINO EMO KING same
Nahhhhh
I'm just like this guy... him and I will get along
He’s more aware of himself than the average person!
He seems to have such a happy and innocent life! I couldn’t imagine being so worry free at 35! God bless him and his friends !🌼🌸
I like how natural the family is when shooting the whole documentary. Nice work DW
This guy could get a job as a toy maker... He seems pretty good at it
I cannot not stand it when I see someone being mean like they are to Marcus and I am not shy about telling them or getting in their face .
Who's being mean?
Another bully justifying their bullying by "protecting" somebody.
Wow you're such a great person!! Congrats!!!
At least he knows how to be himself. That's more than you can say for alot of people.
What it says on the thumbnail, as well as towards the start of the video, is highly disrespectful. Just because Markus is autistic, doesn’t mean he is a “child”. He is an adult, a 35 year old autistic man, and just because he has the interests he has doesn’t mean he is a “35 year old child”.
I'm almost 40, and I still enjoy playing with toys, watching cartoons, reading comics etc. Everything that's fun and nice I still like and enjoys. However, I keep them in my secret cave somewhere in my house
61 with autism here. i'm playing with musical teddy bears as i write this.
I plan on working with kids who have autism. I absolutely adore people who have autism, they're not judgemental, loving, understanding. I use to take kare of a 14 yr old with autism who weighted over 250lbs. love him to death, but DAMN he ate me out of house! I miss him a lot, but his mother robbed me.. it kills me that kids with autism are being treated so poorly..
Brimmy Burner 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮
He should really get a job where he does what he's passionate about.
He’s not a child. He’s a grown man who likes toys, just like some people like cars or video games.
I’m like Marcus, I’m almost 50, but I have saved the things from my childhood that are significant to me.
As someone who is an aspie, this documentary is sad but sweet at the same time. It's a tough life and some are born luckier than others. Hope Markus lives a happy life in his way
You're not luckier, supremacist
@@ibinkyz He means some people are luckier financially than others. The person in this video doesn't have to work but has his own apartment. That is lucky. If I didn't work I would be homeless.
@@happycook6737That's where money management comes in. You need to learn how to budget and save money.
He seems to face some sort of struggle with his gender identity and/or sexuality. I wish he had someone (a professional) to guide him through those things too.
Why do you say that?
@@megamegaO cuz he dresses like a girl some times and said he wants to be a woman but no one will tell him how to make that happen. And he envisions a 40yo male special friend instead of that Downs girl. But i don't think it should be pursued. It won't give him better quality of life and itd be very trying and expensive for his parents.
Toaster Strudel Because Marcus specifically said he doesn't know how he would be a woman because no one will explain those kinds of thing to him. He hates having facial hair to shave, loves nail polish, likes dresses, and having his hair long. There's nothing wrong with any of it, but he just needs someone to show him how to express his feminine side, although it would be very hard in this world to be both autistic _and_ transgender or interested in drag. He already struggles with cruelty from strangers, and criticism from his parents.
The part you may have missed begins at 19:02
Toaster Strudel he likes cross dressing. Also 19:01. He also said he wants to date a 40 year old down syndrome man.
@@lookingforsanjunipero4542 You say there is nothing wrong with that crap like it is true.
Is there a version without an English dub? As a German who speaks German, it's really irritating and confusing if I hear the German language voiced over with the English language, my brain can't really decide which language it should listen to and gets confused. Subtitles are way better than dubs because, for people who know both languages, it gets harder to understand because they know both languages and I think I'm not the only one feeling like that 😅😅
How's Hitler?.
Have you considered subscribing to this channel’s main channel because this is a English channel sort of subsidiary to the main channel. It is paid for by the German Government.
Maybe check out the company who broadcasted it?
@@tristanbulluss9386 dead
Ja, die Doku ist ursprünglich vom WDR und Deutsch. Gibt es auch hier auf UA-cam, sollte man über die Suche finden.
In the nicest way possible... why do they all have the same haircut?
Reminds me of the vast majority of people who see fashion magazines and go to their hairdressers. They influence each other as other social groups, don't they?
I hear for special people or those that are on the further part of the spectrum, it's because they often rip their hair out or will choke themselves with it. But they can't have it too short either or they may feel vulnerable and get anxiety attacks. That's why they can't have bangs or yknow anything like that, it's just the safe cut.
@@2boofuzzy Thank you!
Charles Moore I don’t. But I’ve had the same haircut. I wasn’t aware of the social context of a hairstyle and didn’t like others to touch me haha
If my child were severely autistic, I'd take good care of them and they would not look like they had anything out of the ordinary. I admire Katie Price for how she brings up Harvey, he wears normal trendy and fashionable clothes, he has cool hair and looks good. She takes care of him and he's obviously well brought up. I'd make sure from an early age that normal things such as going to the hairdresser, cutting nails, brushing teeth, choosing good clothes, keeping clean and smart etc were priority. I work with young vulnerable adults with autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviour. Some of our residents are very resistant to hair cuts and to assistance with personal care. Some parents are brilliant and buy them clothes from Superdry, Nike, Gym King and skinny jeans etc, and we put the radio on, music channels, keep things current.
Shout out to Markus for living the live at its fullest and doing what he enjoys the most.
I hate the title. THIS IS NOT A CHILD. THIS IS AN ADULT.
Same. It feels like autistic people are stereotyped this way 😭
I'm glad he seems to be happy at least. Unfortunately I'm 30 and got ASD diagnose this year. I'm in emotional pain, dissociation and anhedony almost everyday. Life has been a nightmare for me since the childhood. Had problem to graduate from my engineer studies because of stress, anxiety. It seems like you're both super intelligent and handicaped too.
I'm not autistic, but I'm totally blind! I can't see anything, not even light! Marcus is just being himself, which is awesome!
were you born that way?
@@MrPillowStudios Yes, I was. I was born premature. I was three and a half months early.
@@chantelcuddemi7646 do you know what it is like to see?
@@MrPillowStudios I'm not trying to be rude, however, what kind of question is that? Blindness is a spectrum, just like autism is. I just told you in my last reply that I was born without vision, so, no, I don't know and don't want to know what it's like to see. My retinas are completely detached. Do your own research on retinopathy of prematurity, then we'll talk. Until then, I'm going to get back to this Celtics Warriors game I'm hearing.
@@chantelcuddemi7646 how do you even read my comments then?
“He says he can’t really imagine what others are feeling”. But is that really true though? Looking at Markus, he seems to be such a kind soul, meeting everyone with an open heart, caring about his friends, not caring about whether someone is disabled or “different” in some way, just treating others as human beings, something that many “normal”, neurotypical people could learn from. And yet, he is the one that supposedly struggles with empathy, when it is the others who constantly judge and belittle people like him. Is it really the case that autistic people “have less empathy” and “don’t understand others” or is it simply the case that society values social protocol more than actual empathy and authenticity? I really feel that when people talk about autistic people struggling to understand others they mean that we don’t know what the social rules are in a given situation, not that we do not care about or emphasize with another person’s feelings. Neurotypicals likewise struggle to understand autistic people’s reactions and feelings and yet we don’t assume that they are lacking in empathy, they’re just the majority.
Thanks a lot for watching and taking the time to comment.
I agree with you, but to a certain extent there ar certain things they don't understand they are not making it up. Their way of communication is so different and I feel like it's so sad that people don't notice when they try so hard to understand others around them and people don't try in return so the communication is missed...
Edit: I'm autistic too and rereading your comment I totally agree 👍
Is there an update on him? Does anyone know
I really like this guys attitude and the way he thinkd, he's really positive
Well except for the hating people part lol
I'm a high functioning autistic and wish you had featured others on the spectrum, showing the whole spectrum not just Marcus. Folk will pigeon hole others on the spectrum to a Marcus type. I hold down a job that allows to work alone, so that when not working I can be social. I went to University. I took care of mom for 5 years before she passed. I have a dachshund. I own my own car
You happen to be one of the lucky ones. You're able to function as an adult, people like the man here deserve all the help he can get.
I'm more like Markus. I have my hobbies and I like the repair things. I don't go outside a lot. I don't go to see my friends. I'm judged a lot for living life like Markus, my dad is also like his. He said "if you don't work you're not a part of society", but I get stressed by going outside and by people and when I have a meltdown I think harmful thoughts, which I want to avoid at all costs.
Melissa Roscher people seem to confuse autism with intellectual disabilities like down syndrom.
Not to mention all of the autistic people who are in relationships, married, or have children. Autistic people aren't babies. They can find love. They can be sexually active. They can be good parents
@@SissyFlower5 yea but they aren't that severe. I also noticed many of those type of autistics ,believe it or not,complain about how oh so disabled and different from society they are!! When they are mostly like any other person! Really grinds my gears! Check out "What women with autism want you to know" by user name Iris. They pick the least autistic people out there to moan how disabled and different they are. Looks like Tumblrinas who just want attention to me...
I know how he feels. I am autistic to. I think it is the so called Normal people who are actually the ones with a mental disability.
Sometimes I feel that to it's not that I don't want to be autistic it's more that I'm mad everyone is not autistic...
This made me cry. What a sweet and wonderful man. I'm so glad he has this beautiful life.
We should be more glad that he has mom,and while it would seem dofferently,his father does love him
@@weirdtuberjournalism9757 ?
I loved the lady at the flea market. She made sure to buy something from both of them :)
The pure joy on her face when she also sold an item was great.
He's got more of a social life than I do ! I'm happy for him! Lol
Right! I know..I'm jealous! I don't have any social life at all, but that's due to not having friends. I'm not complaining though, trust me I'm used to it, it doesn't bother me. I've done without for many years! I've had to many bad experiences with so called "friend's", to even care!
Yes. I don't even have one or want one, so seeing this is just good.
He just seems like he’s living his best life 🙂
He is very skillfull! People are always sour, no matter if you are totally fine or have some illness. Lot of them just try to bring you down. I hope this fella can find good people and get sorrounded by them
This guy is living a more fulfilled life than I am and I can say I'm so jealous
Markus seems to be as we all are .... except he has not got the aggression and intolerance that it appears is prevalent throughout most of the world towards things most people don't want to understand or accept. It's sad that his father has difficulty accepting his son as he is and not as he wants him to be. A long and happy life to Markus and all like him everywhere in the world. Leslie in England sends all best wishes to them.
These were my thoughts, too, watching this documentary. I join you in wishing Markus and all like him the best life can offer.
lmfao he literally said he hates neurotypical people like 5 minutes in
I believe Markus is beautifully creative. He warms my heart.
Markus, du hast eine ganz liebe Mutti und super viele gute Freunde. Das ist ja so schön. Dein Vater hat dich auch ganz arg lieb, er hat nur Schwierigkeiten es auszudrücken. Ich wünsche dir alles gute für die Zukunft.
I’m watching this now and love how carefree he lives his life and I love his friends
This guy is incredible no joke
He is very sweet!! Bless his heart!!
Markus is awesome, for sure he needs some help with things but he is quite independent in his own way , my son has autism he is 23 years old and still plays like a child but has a full time job , I’m very proud of him ❤
Markus is very lovely!
Wow. His life reflects mine a bit. Only I'm 30. I live in an apartment and I too have a caseworker. I'd honestly be really good friends with this dude he's really cool.
He friendzoned that girl, damn..
I'm autistic too and this reminded me of the toys I've been wanting for eleven years that I still haven't gotten.
Same!! I struggled with that for a long time, thinking I was too old. But dude. If buying yourself a toy now and then makes you happy, fricken do it. Doesn't matter that 'normal' folks think of it. It makes you happy and isn't hurting anyone and that's all that really matters in the long run.
Go for it. I've been collecting toys all my life, and my partner is also a collector. Our apartment is more toys than furniture and we have a great time.
If you lived in Torrance CA, I'll give you some toys. I am 32 yrs old and have a collection. lol
@@kittentoys2051 Yeah, tell me about it. I've got my own collection too! Guys I've dated told me that I need to ditch the toys...and I am like, no. I work for my money and support myself, so why get rid of them?
Why they call him a child? He's 35 isn't he ?
It's not about there size or looks. It's the mentality part people are not getting.
Nice vid shedding some light 💡 on how some people live with disabilities.
Its an ability did u saw what he can do !
He can make his own stuff and normal people only know how to sex and shit and eat like what he said
Like sheeps
I have known childish adults I would rather have an adult that likes playing with toys rather then petty or small minded behaviour live and let live.
Marcus is a pure soul and quite fascinating imo
Hey DW, please consider doing subtitles instead of dub overlays. Two voices at once are really annoying, and we don't get to hear the character of the real person. Most people on the internet are used to closed captions, and your documentary competitors like Vice do it. Plus I'm sure it'll be cheaper for you!
Haters are going to hate! You just keep doing you cause no one else can! 🙂
I like his outlook on life. So much more positive :)
I am on the spectrum...but when you meet one person with autism, you have met ONE person with autism. It manifests itself in many ways! In my little autistic world, I would go NUTS with all that noise!!! I could never live with that. I can't have more than one form of noise going or I can't think and I get agitated. That said, like Markus, I have a mechanical aptitude, and I love to play. I play video games, and build models, and play musical instruments. That is my play. I think Markus is sweet and cool. He'd definitely be on my friends list if I lived close to him.
He's a lot more insightful and brave than the majority. I adore him !
10pm: I should probably sleep, I have school in the morning.
4am: Watches some 35 year old man make horse noises.
Its really beautiful how him and all his friends support and teach each other. They’re a community that supports one another.
Imagine hearing the all of the noises in the middle of the night
He's smart and he looks like a very sweet person I wish people can be like this guy is like an angel tbh he's very humble and he doesn't wanna be like the rest that's good
He's happy playing with his toys. I also like toys. There's nothing wrong with doing what makes you happy.
Not autistic, but l found myself smiling from the sounds and his passion for them 😊
I have autism and I was not understood much for a while. I have a lot of friends and live a good social life and everything is good in that aspect, even though I'm an introvert. At my middle school my grades were always terrible. My parents and teachers thought I was lazy and that discouragement made me give up. I did some self reflection and diagnosed my self with autism. After lots of tests at centers and some therapy stuff it turns out I was right about me being autistic. The therapist said I am gifted on lots of things such as math calculations and logic. The therapist said it's because of my found interest in programming and physics along with just being a deep thinker on politics and how the world works. Apparently programming is my gift and is the thing Marcos was talking about with having a thing you are extremely talented at that you can do in isolation, which for me is programming, while for Marcos it's circuitry with custom sound boxes and making toys like that, which is like a more physical way of programming. The therapist said I had 140 ball park IQ and I gained some self confidence, (not to be like some kid who watches Rick and Morty or an r/iamverysmart beta) but I have a bunch of weaknesses. I take longer to answer questions when they are not about math. This is because my autism and personality often thinks about things to say in every possible way, which is where I have got a deep thinking logician type trait. I also have ADHD and need medication. After the next year started in high school the therapy and medication and my own self determination got me in honor society. I had gotten in trouble after being manipulated into participating into some seriously bad stuff related to hacking, as another boy had tricked me into thinking I was friends with him and he tried to steal code I had written after abusing my interest in computer science. He wanted to modify my code in a way for him to use it maliciously. I fortunately never gave him anything I had made but he had already gotten in trouble. He blamed me but he was doing the same thing to other kids with an interest in programming, all trying to make them do work for him. The principles thought I was lying when I said I didn't know anything about the hacking that happened to the school, but they still insisted I had made stuff to take down there network and spread hate messages on there public forums, when the only things I had ever made where just for getting around the web filter to play video games online. The principles also had no idea what autism really was. After my parents talked with the school they found out about how the school never even completed my file on my autism and were just trying to sneak me into sped classes if they weren't able to expel me. The districts officer instantly came over to the school that day and fixed everything and made a plan with me to protect me from people like the kid who almost used me even more. Things are going well this year and I have great grades and I am considered as high functioning as possible for an autist, yet I have so many strengths and weaknesses with it. I think it's all due to me just being into programming and finding my gift that activated the side of me into programming video games and my own apps. It is unfortunate Marcos never got his gift accepted as he could have got a good job from a company that would require a lightweight hardware welder like him. If you have autism, recognize your strengths and weaknesses to improve upon them, and don't let people discourage you from your talents. Several years ago my own teachers said I will never be able to do any kind of programming with my grades, yet at the time I self taught myself 4 different programming languages in one year.
Moral of the story for those autistics out there like me, you have basically been given op stats in one area such as engineering or a taste for arts, but the devs decided to balance you out by giving you a few weaknesses in social skills and abstract English concepts.
In that case I got a 1000 in my Imagination, writing, music and art stats, but a -1000 in understanding social cues, focus, and math.
I have Autism and I can relate so much to him. I don't understand how people are satisfied in their boring jobs doing the same thing day in day out like sheep. It makes no sense to me. I just wanna do what I want and live the way I want without anyone telling me what to do.
I don't have autism but I can relate to him too. I don't get it either tbh. But I have never liked being the same as everyone else!
Feel the same and I'm not autistic. Or maybe I am? I knew all my life that I was "different", teachers kept telling my mom to take me to a mental health expert, because I didn't like playing with other kids and was completely happy playing alone, I had huge issues socializing with other people and don't like being touched. Still have problems giving my mom a hug :/ that makes me sad. All my life I always just had one special friend, can't function in groups. I can get overly attached when I feel like I connect with someone on a deeper level and one break up with an ex boyfriend made me suicidal, fortunately I was able to snap out of it. I used to call people in general "the others", in a sense that I was not like everyone else (even though I wished I was) never felt I could belong. Nowadays I know how to and can act normal though. I just would like to find out what my problem is.
Komunikati hey there! I relate very much with what you are saying. You are not alone.
They aren’t, but they have to work to survive and support themselves. They typically find the good in their jobs so they can make it through the bad. Not everybody gets a dream job, but most people have to support themselves and other people in their family with whatever job they can.
Well the people who work hard are not out to support those who can work but choose to “live life without being told what to do”. You don’t think they want to just relax all day and make DIY projects?
Bless him such a sweet soul
One of my biggest fears as well as most parents with children with special needs is that somewhere in the distant future my wife and I may not be able to physically be able to take care of him and eventually we will die. I am scared of the thought who would be there for my boy how will he manage Lord knows you can’t trust the state..I try to make him his independent as possible so that he can manage on his own but he may never fully be able to
Don't be too harsh on him, if autistic people are so fond of particular kind of niche interests it's also because it keeps them going. It can be a way to avoid the things they have to do and are source of anxiety but it's also what keeps them alive.
It's only through a child's mind that we can enter paradise. This 35 year old man is living and enjoying his paradise on this earth. Blessed are those who can make this world their own paradise ... qué es sólo a través de la mente de un niño que podemos entrar al Reino de los Cielos, abrazo de Luz)))
I'm an adult with Aspergers and Tourette Syndrome, and made a living as an electronics technician. I can SO identify with Markus' desire to tinker around!
If he ever need another friend he has one here I like that he live his life 🧬🧬 the way he want too never be shame who you are God made everyone special I want sent him new toys such sweet man
This dude is a true legend I support him
Hello Marcus. How are you mate? Keep going. You are awesome. Lots of love from a friend in India.
I have autism too I understand his situation deeply. I don't feel comfortable with people too because they don't care about anything but themselves. People are dishonest too and always busy. It makes society dangerous and scarry. I am very aware of everyone else with all the pollution you all create it's painful for autistic people. Also, people will never understand us. You can't understand something that is uniquely designed for one person's experience. We can't share brain cells and tissues. Autism is a lonely world of textures. Though the autistic brain is built to handle it. Through awareness and understanding we will prosper together. Love and support is the most important thing in life. ❣️
I am wondering why he isn't able to cook, do laundry, or manage money well. I am wondering how much of it has to do with the disability and how much has to do with either others not taking the time to show him or just not pushing those tasks on him. I am on the spectrum and have been known for being better at budgeting than most, sometimes to the point of being obsessive compulsive and afraid to spend. I am having a hard time finding a job that I am good at which pays a living wage. I do basic living skills well but have challenges with things that depend on what other people do, so I am getting out and applying for jobs and interviewing.
I think that the parents might want to start giving him more responsibility a little at a time. Maybe start with doing his own laundry and having him help out with grocery shopping and preparing meals so that he at least has whatever skills he can even if it never measures up to what society expects it is best to keep improving in weak areas.
Exactly what I thought, you're the only person I've seen mention that.
Yes, some people with autism use it as an excuse to not have to take responsibility for anything. The moment anything gets difficult it's "I can't study because I have autism, I get too overwhelmed", "I can't do any cleaning because of my autism," or "I can't work because of my autism". It's not an excuse to not make an effort and not push yourself to get better, or to rely on everyone and everything else to support.
Very valid point. I feel like this is a very multi factorial matter.
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I understand what ur saying.
It's hard if ur mental constitution is kid but academic/factual skills are PhD or some avant skill.
It's also difficult for parents to find the balance.
I'm all for flying solo as long as there's help when functioning drops out.
A lot of people don't believe I have anything. Ive had breakdowns which in hindsight could be do to my challenges but correlation and causation is a wicked problem.
I admit I've wanted people to take care of me and I came from a place of super independence climbing/skiing mtn's and setting up my own businesses but have now lost due to my brain differences.
I have only 5 professionals believe in me and some - if not all - have passed out of my life. I don't have any clinical support anymore.
This is my progression:
ADHD/Learning Dificulties/Soft Neurological Signs (1992) -> Teen Troubles (1995-1998) -> Mental Health/Burnout (2007) -> Hit My Head on Rock (2008) -> Mental Breakdown/Psychosis (2009-2011) -> Adjustment w Mood/Conduct (2011), Depression & MDD (2011), Personality D/O w Psychosis (2012), Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum, Severe Learning Disability w Psychosis, ASD/long-term/short-term memory challenges/executive functioning disorder/psychotic break (2012) -> Pervasive Developmental DO (2014) -> Dysthymia & GAD (2017) -> cPTSD/adult ADHD (2018)
As you can see from above they more or less say the same thing in different ways about my functional constitution. You can also see 2012 was a banner year for diagnosis.
That's on top of physical stuff like arthritis, hormonal disorder, congenital narrowed spine (congenital spinal stenosis), disc degenerative disease, foot deformity (but not like club foot or extra growth), genetic disturbances, etc
I am very confused. I question if I have delirium. Have no supportive education given to me by medicine and so I have no idea how it affects my everyday life.
So naturally when I say it's one of my challenges others - and even me at times - wonder if I'm just playing the disability card.
My home care worker doesn't believe I have anything and my parents don't understand either. There forced to either believe me or not believe my labels.
That's also considering that everything is subjective esp. experiences and labels.
( Take a look at "The Meaning of Madness (Dr Burton)" )
Fantastic documentary. Best wishes Markus
honestly he seems like a delight to be around!
I am guessing that the father is on the spectrum, too - though he is higher functioning.
Yup.
He even talks about these similarities - and his guess.
You do not understand that culture, hence you are making the judgement
J T I’m confused. I thought that was her new husband. Not his birth father?
I don't think he is. I'm German and it's a cultural thing; I've met many like him (cold, struggle with empathy and expressing emotion, very traditional and hardheaded, etc.)
Oh shit. I think I know what's wrong with me. I think possibly I may be autistic. I have a lot in common with this guy. But I think he's amazing!!!
Have you thought about being assessed?
I love that he stays true to himself no matter what.
If I had a vacuum cleaner shop, I'd want Marcus as my repair associate. His skill set could very easily adapt to servicing vacuums, including ones with electronic parts in them.