An Autistic Author

Having autism can be extremely challenging. Holding down a job, forming meaningful relationships, achieving independence, dealing with finances, and coping with anxiety, can all take a toll on our mental health. Autistic people are statistically much more likely to suffer from co-existing mental health conditions.

In recent years, there has been much debate on whether there is an autism epidemic. It seems that nowadays children are receiving a diagnosis of autism at an alarming rate. If you do an honest study, you will discover that there are many contrasting opinions on what is causing these staggering statistics.

If you say the word autism to someone, various conceptions may come into their mind. It depends on who you ask. Sometimes their view on autism is based on past experience, or sometimes it is based on what they have read or seen in the media. Real or fictional portrayals of autism can all have an influence. Sadly, in my personal experience. The pre-conceptions of autism are seldom positive.

When I was at school. I didn’t really have any major behavioural problems. I enjoyed academia, but I struggled socially. I didn’t know how to connect with others. I would converse well with adults, but I was very aloof towards my peers.

Working as a teaching assistant has enabled me to expand my knowledge of education. I am fortunate enough to work in a lovely and supportive school. A school where everyone feels respected and valued. A school that is marvellously inclusive, where children are cared for and are at the centre of all that we do.

Hi, This is my introduction blog. I have never written a blog before, so this is quite an interesting opportunity for me.