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Article Series: Autism
Autism Causes, Signs & Treatments
Successful
Life Stories Of Autistic People
Autism is a brain development disorder that
usually manifests itself at a young age and has as its characteristics
a difficulty in interacting and communicating normally with
others. There are varying degrees of autism and much milder
forms of it - such as Asperger's Syndrome that are included
under the term - Autism Spectrum Disorders.
There is no
known cure for autism but many believe that if
children are diagnosed at an early enough age that this can
help them to receive appropriate treatment to successfully
overcome their challenges and to find their full potential
in life. Every case is a unique one and so the degrees of success
may vary but the positive aspect is that treatment works and
progress is possible.
In line with that, many who suffer from some form of autism
have written about their experiences. Their insights are invaluable
in helping others to have a practical and positive approach
to their own situation. The National Autistic Society (www.nas.org.uk)
is one place to search out for this. These articles help to
point out that many of the issues that they are dealing with
are no different than some of the pressures most of us feel
in social situations. They have however, a much higher degree
of sensitivity and there are some natural social cues that
they are not able to perceive. Understanding a little of their
point of view can help us to react with compassion and patience.
These are individuals who must continually work at the art
of interacting with others, which we can take for granted at
times. This makes their successful progress something to be
respected and admired.
One of the more high profile individuals that
has gone on to triumph despite having autism is author Temple
Grandin.
She was able to earn a PhD and wrote a book entitled "Thinking
in Pictures: And Other Reports from My Life with Autism".
Though her struggle is ongoing she has been able to find success
in life and is representative of many others that have achieved
great careers.
Some other famous people who are thought to have had the milder
form of autism - called Asperger's Syndrome - are Albert
Einstein,
Wolfgang Mozart and Pablo Picasso. This certainly highlights
how important it is to not limit the possibilities or potential
of anyone.
Finally, let it said that successful living can be measured
many ways. The very fact that these individuals are meeting
a difficult challenge every day and moving forward is its own
victory. Hopefully everyone's understanding and awareness will
continue to demonstrate that they are mindful of that.
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by SolveYourProblem.com
: 2008
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