Emily Dickinson — Poet Many believe that Emily Dickinson, a classical poet , would qualify as having autism. She was reserved around people. She had a basic and consistent way of dressing and she was better at interacting with children than adults. He did not like unstructured experiences and did not interact well with others. He displays a rocking motion, a monotoned speech pattern, and avoids eye contact with others. Barbara McClintock — Scientist and Cytogeneticist McClintock was a notable scientist who made important breakthroughs in the study of chromosomes and how they change during the reproduction process.
She is thought to be autistic. She was able to focus for great lengths on her interests, specifically her work, and she found social attention very aversive, so much so that she almost refused the Nobel Prize. He is thought to have had an extreme fixation on his work.
He had difficulty with emotional regulation, had trouble with social interactions, and thrived on strict routines. He did not enjoy social interactions and was thought to be awkward in conversations with others. Jerry Seinfeld — Comedian Jerry Seinfeld is thought to be one of the most popular comedians of all time. He openly recognizes himself as having autism spectrum disorder due to his history of social challenges and unique way of thinking literally. Nikola Tesla — Inventor It is believed that Tesla had many phobias and that he was very sensitive to light and sound.
He also preferred to be alone and is thought to have been obsessed with the number three. He was diagnosed with autism as a child. He won many surfing competitions and had many accomplishments including two Perfect 10s during a National Scholastic Surfing Association at age Common signs and symptoms of ASD in adults can include :. Autistic people will not usually have all the above signs and symptoms, and they may experience others that are not on the list. Also, the symptoms can differ across genders.
Some people may seem able to cope better with social situations than others, as their symptoms may be more subtle and masked. As a result, it can be more challenging to diagnose ASD. Clinicians have developed different tests that can help diagnose ASD in adults.
However, it is not clear how reliable these tests are for adults. The reasons for this include :. Autistic people may have higher rates of co-occurring conditions, such as anxiety or depression , than those in the general population.
Adults who suspect they or a loved one might be autistic can do a self-assessment test for adults. A person can find these tests online. While they cannot give a diagnosis, the tests are a good starting point. A person seeking a diagnosis can take the results of such a test to a primary care doctor who will try to determine whether ASD may be present by:. If no underlying physical condition can explain the symptoms, the doctor may refer the person to a psychiatrist or a psychologist to make an ASD diagnosis.
If symptoms are not present in childhood but begin in adolescence or adulthood, this may indicate a cognitive or mental health condition other than ASD. It may be difficult to find a specialist who can diagnose ASD in adults. Individuals who would like a diagnosis for themselves or a loved one may need to do research to find a provider with experience diagnosing autistic adults.
Another option is to speak to a developmental pediatrician or child psychiatrist who is willing to see adult clients. Not every undiagnosed autistic adult may want or need a diagnosis. It is important to respect the needs and preferences of the individual.
For those who prefer it, a diagnosis may offer several advantages. Page last reviewed: 18 April Next review due: 18 April What is autism?
Autistic people may act in a different way to other people Autistic people may: find it hard to communicate and interact with other people find it hard to understand how other people think or feel find things like bright lights or loud noises overwhelming, stressful or uncomfortable get anxious or upset about unfamiliar situations and social events take longer to understand information do or think the same things over and over Information: If you think you or your child may be autistic, get advice about the signs of autism.
Video: we are autistic This video shows how autism can affect everyday life and how you can help support and understand autistic people. Media last reviewed: 29 March Media review due: 29 March Some people call this "high-functioning" autism. Doctors do not diagnose people with Asperger's anymore. Autism is a condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, interacts with others, and experiences their environment.
It is a lifelong disability that starts when a person is born and stays with them into old age. Every Autistic person is different to every other. There are lots of myths and misunderstandings about autism but while many Autistic people experience difficulties,with the right support Autistic people can achieve a great quality of life. There is also a misconception that the autism spectrum is linear. In fact, Autistic people can display a wide range of characteristics in their strengths, communications, social interactions, leisure and play — which can appear more like a constellation.
Autism is often linked with physical, developmental or mental health conditions such as intellectual disability, epilepsy, gastro-intestinal issues, ADHD, dyspraxia, anxiety or depression. Aspect has recently developed the Autism Alert Card. The card is designed to assist Autistic individuals to communicate their need for support to others, in situations that may be challenging.
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