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You see withdrawn instead of observant.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
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
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 is the pure heart of our family.
Read Bridget L.'s Story
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
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
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