Autism
Autism is a spectrum condition which affects how people interact and communicate with the world.
What is autism?
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Research shows that 1 in 59 children are diagnosed with this neurodivergence
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Males are four times as likely to be diagnosed than females
700k
There are over 700,000 people on the autistic spectrum in the UK
Autism is a neurological developmental condition, characterised by repetitive patterns of behaviour and difficulties with social communication. Struggling to deal with change, mandatory actions, or other points of view can be elements of this learning difference.
No definition can truly capture the range of characteristics people on the autistic spectrum experience in a world often found to be "chaotic and illogical."
There are many autistic people who have behavioural and communicative differences, but their intelligence is not impacted by their neurodivergence.
No definition can truly capture the range of characteristics people on the autistic spectrum experience in a world often found to be "chaotic and illogical."
There are many autistic people who have behavioural and communicative differences, but their intelligence is not impacted by their neurodivergence.
Common challenges:
- Speech and articulation
- Sensitivity to light, sounds, and touch
- Perception of people’s emotional states
- Information processing
- Multi-tasking
"If you’ve met one person with autism, then you’ve met one person with autism."
"I think cats have Asperger’s. Like me, they’re smart. And like me, sometimes they simply need to be left alone."
Common Autistic strengths
That's right! Tim Burton is on the autistic spectrum!
He is one of the most successful directors of gothic and horror films ever!
Good Jobs for Autistic People
- Web Developer
- Content Designer
- Manufacturer
- Librarian