Myths and Facts on Autism

Myth:  Autistic people are all the same.

Fact:  Autistic people all share different personalities just as anyone else would.

Myth:  All autistic people have amazing math abilities.

Fact:  Yes it is true that some autistic people have amazing abilities, however most only have average or below average skills.

Myth:  Autistic people never have feelings.

Fact:  Autistic people do have feelings for other people, but at times they may not show because of their difficulties in socializing.

Myth:  People with autism do not have any language skills.

Fact:  There are many different diagnoses of autism, some of which include non-verbal autistics.  However, many people with autism still have a great ability to communicate.

Myth:  Autistic people are dangerous.

Fact:  An autistic person will never deliberately hurt you.  They are not dangerous at all.

Myth:  People with autism can’t do much at all.

Fact:  Not true.  People with autism can learn just as many skills just like any other person.