People with Autism live regular lives just like everyone else, they cook, they clean, they do jobs, they pay taxes, they go out with friends, they live their lives like any other person. But one thing that we are tired of hearing of is all of these frequently asked questions and frequently said things so please stop saying those things here they are.
1. You don't look Autistic
Are we supposed to have green skin? Horns? Hooves? Autism does not have a look, the most normal looking person could be Autistic so please don't think that we are faking it. K thanks bye.
2. You could be normal if you tried
You know when I was younger I used to think everything bad that happened to me was my fault, but I have had people teachers even my own family tell me to be more normal and I realized I will never be normal and I am okay with that.
3. You must be like "Rain Man"
That is one of the most common things that people have said about an Autistic person and just so you know we are not all like that not all of us are good at math. Me? I am bad at math but I am good at other things though don't be assuming we are only good at one thing and that is all everyone has their own special talents.
4. You are probably violent and a danger to others
That is the worst thing someone could possibly say, with all of the news about shootings going on there are people that may think that all people with Autism are going to end up shooting up a school, when actually they are more likely to become victims than perpetrators, saying that kind of stuff further stigmatizes Autism and it is very hurtful so please don't be afraid of us we aren't going to hurt you.
5. How can you be Autisic if you are female?
Just because there are more males diagnosed with Autism, doesn't mean that females should be ignored because we are a rare amount it gives us more reason to raise awareness, we are here see us.
6. Looks like you can't fall in love
Well, news flash I am engaged to the love of my life and we couldn't be happier. People with Autism are perfectly capable of falling in love and they are capable of living very fulfilling lives as well.