I think it's more that it's 1997 every day in Oregon. Internet connectivity doesn't seem to be an issue in Bend.
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He was treated like he was stupid because it took him a little longer to figure things out. It wasn't that he couldn't figure it out, he just needed more exposures. Honestly, knowing what you have is the first step for a lot of people because it's way easier to find coping skills when you know what you're coping with.