Bridget

Get the full picture of what autism is

You see complicated instead of creative.
You see withdrawn instead of observant.
You see inflexible instead of ingenious.

You see autism instead of me.

Get the full picture. Explore six inspiring stories from real people with autism across the spectrum and throughout the life span.

Life on the Spectrum

Leo smiling joyously
Leonardo A. | 4 years old
Hace especial todo, dice Jessica, la mamá de Leo. El marca la diferencia entre mis dos hijos. El marca donde quiera que va la diferencia.
Read Leonardo A.'s Story
Milan holding up a book about autism and smiling
Milan B. | 10 years old
I like having autism and I would never change anything about myself. I would not be the person I am today if I did not have autism. I am very creative and smart because of this. However, autism is just a little part of me; it is not who I am.
Read Milan B.'s Story
Bridget wearing glasses with her hands clasped together near her mouth
Bridget L. | 10 years old
Bridget is the pure heart of our family.
Read Bridget L.'s Story
Brandon wearing glasses and a blue suit
Brandon B. | 49 years old
I don’t think he sees the world as a challenge and I don’t see him being challenged by society.
Read Brandon B.'s Story
Hannah wearing a blue shirt and big smile
Hannah G. | 20 years old
Someone can look at Hannah and they can be like, ’Oh maybe she's not understanding,’ but she understands a lot more than people give her credit for.
Read Hannah G.'s Story
Noah wearing a jean shirt
Noah | 4 years old
He likes to cuddle and we hug all the time. He’s a regular boy who just has different kinds of likes than other children.
Read Noah's Story

Autism Speaks enhances lives today and is accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow. Donate today to support our mission.

Donate