How autistic are you...

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  • jacob2910
    jacob2910 Posts: 218
    22 :shock: is that bad or good :?
  • meanredspider
    meanredspider Posts: 12,337
    I wonder if some activities are more attractive to those with autism? I'd imagine so. I'd imagine that cycling was more attractive than, say, five-a-side soccer. But, whilst I have some exposure to autism, I'm no expert.
    ROAD < Scott Foil HMX Di2, Volagi Liscio Di2, Jamis Renegade Elite Di2, Cube Reaction Race > ROUGH
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    Rick Chasey wrote:
    Most of us know someone who is austistic.

    I don't think you can read too much into a little questionaire, but at least it holds the notion that autism is a sliding scale, which it is, and thus the definition of 'autism' is a grey area, and a fuzzy line at best.

    I know family members who have struggled with the how autism is defined, with regard to funding, help, etc.

    This is correct. Also you have to factor in that people with ASD may also have extras chucked in like sensory problems, dyspraxia, dyslexia, epilepsy and so on. My son matthew has a sensory perception inhibition which means he has to be taught about personal space, not over filling his mouth, not talking loudly and over people, etc.
    I find it hard when responding to questions about autism and what it is, it is unique to each individual with a diagnosis.

    If you want to see an excellent definition of Aspergers read "The curious incident of the dog in the night". It helped me get on better with my boys as I found I was not being clear enough when talking to them, they needed to have more precision asked to do something.
    It can be very fustrating as a parent but I have a lovely family and am very thankful for what I have.

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