Is it normal to be smart but slow

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I notice when I'm talking to people that it takes me longer to process information from them. A lot of times I dont understand what they're saying and if they ask me a question it takes me a minute to respond. Its like my mind doesn't work quickly. I feel like I overthink stuff but when I do reach my conclusion its a good one. Academically I do quite well but only after studying and thinking it over on my own. I don't learn from people teaching me. Its like my brain works different than others.

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  • Anonymous Post Author
    4 years ago

    It sucks, I was temporarily moved to another department at work and have to deal with people more. I feel slow. People tell me jokes and it takes me a second to understand them. I take things too literally. 😕

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    • RoseIsabella
      4 years ago

      I feel for you, and your predicament.

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      • Anonymous Post Author
        4 years ago

        I feel like my anxiety makes it so much worse too. Its like all my brain power is focused on fight or flight

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        • RoseIsabella
          4 years ago

          Have you ever seen a therapist about your anxiety, and or been prescribed anything by a doctor for it?

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          • Anonymous Post Author
            4 years ago

            Yeah I've been seeing doctors for 15 years about it but they havent been able to help it. Only thing that really helps in opioids or cocaine. I cant do either of those anymore for various reasons.

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