There is so much information available about all levels of the autism spectrum; some clinical and of late, there is a lot more information that has finally become available directly from Autistic people. This can prove to be very helpful and at times overwhelming whether you are new to the Autism community or you are seeking some guidance due to recent changes within an Autistic person's life.
As an adult diagnosed Asperger Syndrome that also raised twins (boy/girl) both on the autism spectrum, my journey has been filled with joys/sadness, trials and triumphs but most of all, I began learning and changing how I function in society. I changed my attitude!
I decided I wanted to do more, experience more and live more but I also knew that I had to do all of this and stay true to who I am. The one big lesson I did learn quickly is, there is always a cost to achieve gain yet the investment in myself is worth it.
Autism is a difference in how the person perceives, understands and interacts but what really needs to be understood is that the DSM5 is only a guideline and the rest is uniquely individual to each person.
As an adult diagnosed Asperger Syndrome that also raised twins (boy/girl) both on the autism spectrum, my journey has been filled with joys/sadness, trials and triumphs but most of all, I began learning and changing how I function in society. I changed my attitude!
I decided I wanted to do more, experience more and live more but I also knew that I had to do all of this and stay true to who I am. The one big lesson I did learn quickly is, there is always a cost to achieve gain yet the investment in myself is worth it.
Autism is a difference in how the person perceives, understands and interacts but what really needs to be understood is that the DSM5 is only a guideline and the rest is uniquely individual to each person.