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What is your biggest challenge with being an autistic adult?

NAS94217
3 months ago

I am an occupational therapist who works with autistic teens and young adults. I am curious- what is the biggest challenge autistic teens and young adults face as they transition to adulthood? Is it the fear of being lonely? Employment? Succeeding in college? Being accepted by others and making friends?

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  • 3 months ago

    I find dealing with people's preconceptions of autism and their lack of ability to treat you as a viable human just like all everyday people...we may have a few different ways of thinking and doing things but no two people are exactly the same, not even identical twins. I find that many focus on our differences instead of focusing on the things that are alike or similar. 

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  • 3 months ago

    I find dealing with people's preconceptions of autism and their lack of ability to treat you as a viable human just like all everyday people...we may have a few different ways of thinking and doing things but no two people are exactly the same, not even identical twins. I find that many focus on our differences instead of focusing on the things that are alike or similar. 

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