Everyone talks about the problems people with autism have--social awkwardness, literalism, various sensitivities, etc.--but few talk about the various strengths people with autism have. Fortunately, there is now a list of the Top 10 positive traits.
We need to talk more about these positive aspects. Yes, we have a terrible short term memory, but we have exceptional long term memories. We tend to think in sounds and images and patterns, have enhanced motion sense, and are highly imaginative. We are detail-oriented, we are extremely creative, reliable, loyal, and comfortable with repetitive tasks. We tend to be less deceptive (likely due to our literalism and strong moral sense) and non-judgmental.
Note that many of these things are traits businesses say they are seeking in a good employee.
This is the blog of Troy Camplin, Ph.D. and his wife, Anna Camplin, M.A. After learning our son, Daniel, has autism, Troy began obsessively learning about autism -- until he learned he has Asperger's. We also have a daughter, Melina, and another son, Dylan. This is our story, our thoughts, and our research.
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