Top 10 Inspirational People With Autism and Asperger Syndrome

[@meganthefencer694]

I have high functioning autism. I find it comforting to know that there are others who go through what I go through

[@thegpshowtheshow]

Zoeannaart Valkyrie me too!

[@JacksonGagen]

i have high funtioning autisum to!

[@DarthDestructusTheSithLord]

Zoeannaart Valkyrie I also have high functioning autism, and I am with you here; it's good to see other members of our community having succeeded

[@darkreaper8897]

Zoeannaart Valkyrie I also have aspergers and am slowly but surely getting through it. I say amen to u.

[@moonpriest8016]

Zoeannaart Valkyrie same I'm autistic too

[@boglenight1551]

In an age where Autism is used as an insult, this is a really uplifting video.

[@Randomark3087]

+Boglenight Agreed

[@Emily-pq6ev]

+Boglenight I really hate it when people use Autism as an insult.

[@Stardweller1]

+Emily Clark Honestly, that's one of the few things that genuinely makes me angry.

[@BrowncoatGofAZ]

Truth be told, I've never been insulted based on my autism. I only learned about my Asperger's syndrome when I was in my teens; my parents told me I was diagnosed as a kid.

[@Stardweller1]

Antonio G-1 Well, I kind of envy you.

[@MsAppleCharlotte]

“I am different, but not less”. - Dr Temple Grandin.

[@PattyDalmau]

Yes💪🥰

[@2puniverseofcupcakes]

As a person with aspergers I’m happy to know that famous people have it and that people like me aren’t outcasts to society like how the internet perceives me to be.

[@rjcorreia3788]

Everyone who says that auts are retarded and are mistakes are all idiots for being an aut means your superior to everyone else, and by everyone else i mean norms, but all norms are stupid to comprehend that

[@linexi]

I have Autism and I wish more people wouldn't compare this to stupidity :/

[@Alex-jo2oi]

It’s annoying because autism helps with so many things. The more experience you gain in life, you’ll become smarter than anyone. The “common sense” stuff you don’t get at first will stick with you and you’ll be “normal” and remembering everything you’re taught in the snap of a finger and solving problems and creating ideas normal people cannot come up with. There’s certain things we strive at.

[@davidtruett3346]

Yeah I feel the same way because in school I get treated like a 7 year old even though they can't noticed I have changed a lot and I have matured and I know things like any other 14 year old.

[@rosiewhitfield123]

Yes, that's absolutely true. I have an older sister who for sure is high on the Autism spectrum. Most of her life she's been labeled as "stupid" To me it's such an insult and down right very cruel to be labled "Stupid"

[@sostumped4560]

Yeah my younger brother has autism but he is one of the smartest people I know. When he does his math homework he doesn't need to write anything down. He just does it in his head and he's able to tell me definitions of words that I have never even heard of before. He may be autistic but he is far from ever being dumb.

[@tanishakennedy4616]

Hydra autistic people are more advanced to me!

[@caketinoo123]

I think my favourite people in this world are autistic people. I have aspergers and we are a creative, open minded, deeply caring bunch of people. Sometimes I think it is our job to make this messed up world a better place.

[@Randomark3087]

Damn straight!

[@gatortooth3033]

@@Randomark3087 me too! I hope I'll be another Inspiration Same as all of you Guys with my Animated Series Concept!

[@TheNight_Surgeon]

it is. in a society and a time when creativity has been stunted by "formulas" and a fear of losing money in investments, the ones who are gonna still create new and exciting ideas are those of us who aren't influenced by that notion. we create because we want to and having specific details be enforced despite much criticism. and the amount of people without aspergers we encourage and influence goes without saying

[@thebeamli]

My son has autism. He's so creative and resourceful. He creates comic books, and their so funny. He's going places. The doc told me to abort him when 5 months pregnant because they said he wouldn't make it to a year old. I'm so glad I'm closer to his side of the spectrum and don't listen.

[@soygato2722]

Matthew Lyon no it aint

[@GhostbustersFan77]

It always pisses me off when Trolls on KZbin use Autism as a form of Insult.

[@luke73tnt.]

GhostbustersFan77 Well it can be used as insult

[@polarnj]

GhostbustersFan77 first off, not all in the autistic spectrum are savants. Second, I personally don't like the label because it's almost meaningless considering the diversity within the spectrum. I have Aspergers and the last thing I want is a social justice movement making a big deal out of it. That said, it'd be nice if it wasn't an insult, but I also could care less. I find it rather autistic of myself not to care about such things lol. I think many people in history are likely to have had autistic tendencies. Victimizing ourselves does us no good. Continuing to overachieve does, as it always has.

[@basedbattledroid3507]

GhostbustersFan77 Same, just shows how little they know about it too.

[@polarnj]

[G4L]Pilot Guerilla i have aspergers and I call politicians retards all the time. I can't help myself. Its just the best word for what they are! I'd never use that word for a disabled person because it does have an offensive "punch" to it for some reason, but that's why I refuse to stop using it! :) ha

[@GhostbustersFan77]

You shouldn't be using it as an insult at all.

[@hibishbyebish9036]

My son is autistic. This warms my heart to know he can be anything he wants to be.

[@williamschutz4982]

Absolutely mama, my son has autism(non verbal) and our boys can be whatever they dream! Bless you

[@DropTehBazz]

@Inge Fossen It's a trait, with pros and cons.

[@hibishbyebish9036]

@Inge Fossen Wya? I just wanna talk face to face...

[@tomball8092]

Inge Fossen I agree somewhat, but not all autistic people function poorly; some can still be doctors, engineers, and writers. I’m autistic by the way, and there is a difference between autism and mental retardation.

[@akshaykelji3995]

Same here…my son too is suspected to be in autism spectrum but this video gives you belief and hope…

[@lulucalliope713]

I'm almost twenty-one years old and I'm still struggling to overcome years of verbal and emotional abuse from my parents because of my condition. (They used to tell me that if it hadn't been for the doctors, I'd be sitting in a corner all day, playing with string.) Whenever I'm feeling depressed about being autistic, I look at this video to give me hope for my future.

[@blackhoundSSC]

Cheer up. There's a lot up ahead. Past can't be changed, but your future... Now that's something you can change, starting today. Forgive, let go and find "them". There's a lot of people who will love you and to whom you'll be invaluable. So stick to them, or go find them, because they are out there. They will bandage your wounds from the past and eventually you'll heal. (Claps) All right, Shakespeare mode off. (I also have ADHD and sometimes I hyperfocus)

[@carolineking3133]

Lulu Calliope you don't have the best support by the sound of it! But you have qualities many of us would love to achieve.. I see my friends little boy who is also on the spectrum.. He is so creative, his knowledge of the human body will blow your mind.. He only needs to look at a car logo and tells you the make of car. He was nearly 4 then. He's such an amazing boy and you are amazing too, you just need more encouragement. Tell me what do you enjoy doing for a hobby or passtimes? Hope you read this! X

[@amandahamm8987]

Lulu Calliope your parents did not deserve you. Pls don't let anyone make you believe you are anything but amazin!

[@donmonteiro6830]

[@TheMaryConway]

Lulu Calliope you be the best you! God gave you a beautiful brain and a fascinating mind. Keep your head up and be proud of your uniqueness ❤️

[@alditoification]

I have Aspergers and I'm NOT ashamed.

[@alditoification]

+jordan10 m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXqlqGRmi7qWhLM

[@GammaDestroyer]

@Samantha Cole - Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it is stupid. - Albert Einstein

[@GammaDestroyer]

@@alditoification I'm not helping, am I?

[@maureencora1]

Good Show.

[@ichheieelsenorandorayashi4824]

Surprise nigga 😎

[@thickbrianq]

my husband is on the Autism Spectrum, we are gay, I was born with tourettes syndrome & bipolar disorder 1, this is the best relationship I have ever had!

[@mompuff6857]

I admire every person that deals with Autism & Aspergers!! They are STRONG & BRAVE!! God bless them!!

[@fedoramcclaren4294]

Thank you so much!!! ( :

[@pasdenom5189]

That's right ^^

[@supersejkaj3093]

Wouldn't say we are stronger than your average Joe.

[@eclaire1748]

It's a neurotype and not stronger or braver just different......

[@hollieblack7194]

I have Asperger's syndrome. Thanks so much for creating this list it's inspiring to me.

[@ishathompson8439]

I have it too this list is Amazing

[@blancarodriguez8142]

And me...

[@corpchick]

+Hollie Black me too, this list was brilliant, very inspiring.

[@wtblack5]

Same, I even get to have ADHD with it... Yea!!!

[@pedroantonio5031]

me too

[@thefiend2924]

i was diagnosed ith aspergers at 11 and i had no idea so many famous people were like,me it makes me feel a little less alone and a little more proud of it

[@user-gw6pv2ry5c]

That is awesome!

[@MrTommythomas123]

same here dude

[@RaspiRoope]

assburger*

[@RaspiRoope]

Tommy Presti assburger

[@RaspiRoope]

I know

[@Delulula]

as someone who has been bullied and abused for having autism, this list really makes me feel good. Autism is not an easy thing to live with, especially in this generation. I seriously cannot express how grateful I am that one of my favorite channels of all time made a list dedicated to people with autism just like me. all I can say is... thank you so much watchmojo

[@bigboomer1013]

Fun fact about the Pokemon games, it has autism references. Like for one, there are towns people that always go like "you made eye contact with me, lets battle" expressing just how scary it is to even make eye contact with any stranger. You feel like you are being challenged by every one when you look at them in the eye or when your eyes meet or when they look at you

[@sean80429]

It might be that they are joking about the games though.

[@aquaticchaos1717]

I can stand behind this theory, honestly

[@traceyninenine]

It's actually mentioned in one of the games (fire red/leaf green). If you lock eyes with a trainer then it's a challenge to a battle. I think Tajuri was referring to Aspergers.

[@MarcG7424]

You should see her in Splash it's a 80's fun movie about a guy who falls in love with a mermaid (Daryl Hannah) she was good in it

[@Stormbrise]

It’s not just strangers an eye contact it’s those close to you. Now my family and friends know why I’m a bit “awkward” in their books. My thoughts today: Me I’m me, accept me and it’s fine, if you don’t, I do not even care anymore. You’re not needed in my life. It’s taken me 40+ years to be able to say this.

[@stephorozco8911]

I actually cried a little when Satoshi Tajiri was mentioned.. I grew up and still love the Pokemon franchise, but I never knew he had Autism.. Bless his heart.

[@rashadpreston7389]

My little brother autistic and Pokémon is something that gives him tons of joy in life.

[@BELLA-mf6hb]

I have my own pikachu. Pokemon is awesome.

[@aquaticchaos1717]

I’m with you on that. Long live Pokemon!

[@moltres234]

My favorite Pokemon is Moltres

[@aquaticchaos1717]

@@moltres234 Considering the underrated support for Generation 5, I'd honestly suggest that my favorite Pokemon are Oshawott and Zekrom. Outside of which, Magnezone, Decidueye, Alolan Raichu, and Mega Slowbro.

[@SaintsBro217]

I have Asperger syndrome and I'm well on my way to becoming an author and historian at Cardiff University. If anything, having Asperger syndrome is a gift.

[@SaintsBro217]

GehirnWirrWarr I have depression too, buddy. I just deal with it.

[@SaintsBro217]

I just do stuff to pass the time, like writing and studying. If you don't occupy yourself, then being drained is the best you're ever going to get.

[@markolsson1539]

A gift if diagnosed and managed early, and a prison sentence if not.

[@dayynish3107]

Lucifer/Satan The Light Bringer Don't bash on someone for being optimistic about their troubles. People are different, all these things that you listed don't happen to everybody. Calm down.

[@dayynish3107]

Lucifer/Satan The Light Bringer You don't need a lot of friends. I have two or three really good friends and I have ADD and Tourette’s, and I'm perfectly fine. Happy. Really happy and positive. Being in big crowds is often too much, so two or the people, with one or two around me is just fine. You should know that you don't have to be like, popular or anything.

[@ladylaois8184]

My husband has Aspergers and I wouldn’t change him or his funny ways. He’s loyal clever and very useful. People with autism are interesting and unique and should be cherished.

[@dakotajacobson4250]

I wish more people thought like that. I myself, have Asperger's. I use to be a very outgoing person growing up. But I a bad relationship destroyed my self confidence, and trust in people. Plus, I have bad social anxiety now. So I mostly keep to myself. I hope I can get back, to the happy outgoing person, I use to be.

[@CassieDee21]

Good on you Lady Laois! My husband is the same and I wouldn’t change him either. He cherishes and loves me which is great and he gives my life adventure, I’m very lucky to have him.

[@ZakaryShindle1-933]

@@CassieDee21 When i get a girlfriend soon im gonna cherish her forever, i have asp too.

[@derekhamling8894]

@@dakotajacobson4250 you can. Look up ‘Autism on Acid’. The whole book is free online but he has a podcast as well. Psychedelics are super useful as long in a good headspace. Speaking of that. Download the app headspace and start mediating.

[@rjcorreia3788]

More like being treated like gods for being an aut means that your superior to norms

[@kennimoore1249]

My brother was diagnosed at 2 with autism, he is high functioning but is also on the severe side of the spectrum. He was diagnosed the same year I was born. Boy were my parents in for a surprise when I got taken in and diagnosed with not only depressive bipolar disorder but also Aspergers Syndrome. But both my brother and I don’t let our disorders hold us back. My brother, Alex wants to become a plane mechanic one day and I’m on my way to publishing my first book. Both Alex and I will always be there for each other and will always help each other out when times get tough. He’s my best friend and I couldn’t ask for a better brother.

[@cvonbarron]

Kenna, good for you! That's great and good luck with your book.

[@gretchenblitzmadel8563]

I am 64 and was only diagnosed 7 years ago. Most of my life it hadn't even been identified as a disorder yet. It's been a hard row to hoe all alone with zero understanding or support from anyone, only criticism, rejection, etc. It was a relief to realize what the problem is and learn to accept myself. I am proud of myself for surviving all those years without help. It could have easily destroyed me but something in me never gave up hope and refused to surrender to depression.

[@RiverWilliamson]

Temple is great. Not only does she make amazing use of the way her mind works, but she also packs so much mental horsepower. She's blisteringly intelligent.

[@finleybikulcius7459]

River Williamson i know. inspiring woman. love her movie

[@TheAlia1996]

River Williamson nice pun

[@myqueen3655]

River Williamson your answer is simply one of the best I've seen in a bit...'blistering intelligent'....I flippin loVe it River ❤ and your name 😉...I'm a water child...you 'rawk' ,giggles 😊

[@MarcosDantasRicardo]

Asperger persons are unique like everyone and do some things better and other things worst than neurotypical people in general. Almost all of they have some other mental ilnesess and they usually have good visual perception. They are not all intelligent, but they can focus better than neurotypical people in their interets, and less in other stuff, with better perfomance. But there is a really big connection of Autism Spectrum and high intelligence, and that's why a lot of Asperger persons have high intelligence and a lot of intelligent people has Autism traits (not necessarily Asperger's Syndrome, because you can have only some traits, that indicates that you probably have Autism genes).

[@MT-kx7ff]

Having Aspergers is just playing life on hard mode.

[@hayleyscomet3447]

Agreed

[@drippinjoe4433]

Gryphon of the Night Ha it's true!

[@mememcmeminson3436]

Why cant we switch midgame

[@ChestersonJack]

bruh you somehow got it perfectly right thank you

[@seojinkim3882]

This.

[@katparks4631]

One of my favorite musicians has Asperger's his name is Gary Numan. My favorite songs are Cars and My name is Ruin!

[@shaynesangimino]

I did not know that. Thank you for saying that.

[@louiemeister9646]

Oh yeah Gary Numan

[@cornerofthemoon]

Love Gary Numan, and I think "My Name is Ruin" is his best song ever.

[@jack0609]

I didn’t know he’s autistic have you heard are friends electric? That’s a great song

[@Lord_Skeptic]

I like the fall and intruder

[@splendrousflame]

As someone who is bullied and made fun of because I'm autistic, I can relate to some of these people and find them quite inspirational as well.

[@sheldonglasgow1913]

Who are the people that bully you? They're about to get beat up!

[@MrLuigi98]

+Funky Pirate Same here. (I'm Aspie.)

[@splendrousflame]

***** Honestly, I can relate to that.

[@PINKBOY1006]

+Ben Brinton I've been bullied for the same thing, its hard but Autism and Aspergers makes us, us!

[@whatevervile]

+Funky Pirate same

[@scribbledot6889]

I love temple grandin. She came to my school to talk to our FFA club and their families and some other farmers and people in our town. It was a great experience.

[@ChilliCheezdog]

I never knew Dan Aykroyd had Asperger's. A couple of years ago I appeared in a movie made and written by a guy with Asperger's. Dan Aykroyd is an inspiration, as a writer and a performer. I now work as a full-time carer with young people who have Autism. The intelligence and the love bursts right out of them. Disabled? Think again. True intelligence.

[@grimreaper4042]

Tim Wright He isnt autistic, he only stated he has behaviors that were similar to autistic.

[@primmoore6232]

Don't Fear: Listen again at 9:38 and 10:10 - he didn't state he had similar symptoms. *Dan has Asperger's.* "I also have Asperger’s but I can manage it. It wasn’t diagnosed until the early Eighties when my wife persuaded me to see a doctor. One of my symptoms included my obsession with ghosts and law enforcement - I carry around a police badge with me, for example." quote from *Dan Aykroyd* from www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2521032/Dan-Aykroyd-I-Aspergers--symptoms-included-obsessed-ghosts.html#ixzz4qgnU09Lq

[@annafowdy]

What was the name of the movie?

[@davidcornell4463]

Dan Aykroyd created Ghostbusters as a result of his Aspergers related obsession with police and the supernatural.

[@DuccDoesADoot]

Anna Fowdy | Ghostbusters.

[@Stevesk0011]

Smiling through the tears on this one. Thank you, WatchMojo. - An aspie.

[@ichheieelsenorandorayashi4824]

THANK YOU NIGGA

[@We_Defeated_Mighty_Umayyads]

I have Asperger's Syndrome and I'm not proud of it. I'm not ashamed of it either. It just is. I just focus on living my life. Bye

[@theweridothatyouhaveseenso4486]

Mega raccoon just don’t you pathetic man

[@margaretmalloy4901]

Amen you said it stay strong

[@eliw.1197]

Best way of thinking about it

[@GammaDestroyer]

@@theweridothatyouhaveseenso4486 - How is he pathetic? Nobody is pathetic for living their lives.

[@theweridothatyouhaveseenso4486]

Galvanax 390 not him the raccoon guy is would never make fun of someone with any disability

[@kekekeke2200]

i have a double diagnose of adhd and asperger syndrome so i realy look up to these people

[@op-nl7dj]

Ditto

[@kekekeke2200]

+Owen Priddy what does that mean

[@TomC-mt9jh]

+Teodor Nerman it means same

[@kekekeke2200]

+yerfacto in what way. you should explain it better. i have a hard time trying to understand something i have never heard of

[@EmmyisMEx]

+Teodor Nerman it means that he also has adhd and asbergers so he also looks up to them! :)

[@truegreen7]

I'm so glad Satoshi Tajiri was included!

[@KeybladeMasterAndy]

He's one of the big ones, so I expected it

[@SpeedyakaLeah]

+Truegreen7 So am I :)

[@kensredemption]

I honestly had no idea he was autistic...it really was shocking to me to discover that, but at the same time very gripping and uplifting.

[@KaseySendou]

Me too, the father of Pokemon Trainers was autistic, but still managed to create a video game franchise that is still going strong after 20 years, and he was just doing what he really liked to do. I'm really happy for him.

[@KaseySendou]

Let's hope that Pokemon can last as long as Disney characters. :)

[@DLHynes-tt7ml]

My son has autism, he is eight and starting the third grade. He still can't talk, and those around him, can't understand why he hit his head all the time. But watching this, I feel, one day he too will fine his place. And people around him will see what I see.

[@Heather-qi3bh]

D.L. Hynes that’s what we need to see more of (these videos) - those that are currently nonverbal. This video seems to focus more on those higher on the spectrum

[@laurenpaterson3475]

D.L. Hynes horse therapy be good for him

[@suemcdonald2323]

D.L. Hynes I

[@tabijozwick]

A FB friend of mine has a non-speaking autistic son that types on an iPad to communicate. There are at least two musical prodigies that are also non-speaking autistics.

[@davinagurl6032]

I am now 61, was never diagnosed in the early/mid 60s, I know now that my growing up was all about. My parents both knew something was different, but we took it in our stride. Here is a glimpse of my growing 'pains' i crawled till i was 2, suddenly stood and walked. From early in primary school, i developed a reclusive/rejection attitude, did not make friends easy, went through primary with one best friend, another david. Had severe 'phase outs - staying awake but mind is miles away, mums voice was sounding like echo in the distance, maybe 5 min long. Was dead scared in a restaurant to get up from my chair to go to the loo. Stuttered on nearly every third word, including my own name. Butt of jokes at school. both levels. Couldnt throw an overhead ball, as in cricket fielding. threw under arm further.!!! My one love was creativity. Art, woodwork, sculpting in clay, at 15 (74) it was turned to doing my own oil painting with Hobbytex (oil paint filled ball point tubes) an aussie company, through transitioning between primary and secondary, i had speech lessons, for a th 'problem' all this i lived through. grew out of the reclusiveness, and stuttering, and fear of people, my creativity is immense, except not learning stuff that is usually designated as female craft, (knitting, crochet, and sewing). Building a shed form my imagination, no written plans.

[@calebsiebenaler7087]

as a person with aspergers I'm proud of this video. it has its ups and downs but it makes me "me".

[@joshuahunt3032]

Autism has both positive and negative effects, so it's not simply an illness. It's simply a phenotype, a trait formed from several alleles of certain genes. I know because I was born with middle-functioning autism, but proper treatment seems to have bumped me up to high-functioning. (I'm 18 at the moment.) Even those with low-functioning autism can still be taught to communicate using modern tech, such as certain smartphone apps, and if that is attempted, it becomes evident that they are just as intelligent as anyone, perhaps more in some cases.

[@eclaire1748]

What's the difference between middle functioning and high functioning in your opinion

[@MarcosDantasRicardo]

Asperger persons are unique like everyone and do some things better and other things worst than neurotypical people in general. Almost all of they have some other mental ilnesess and they usually have good visual perception. They are not all intelligent, but they can focus better than neurotypical people in their interets, and less in other stuff, with better perfomance. But there is a really big connection of Autism Spectrum and high intelligence, and that's why a lot of Asperger persons have high intelligence and a lot of intelligent people has Autism traits (not necessarily Asperger's Syndrome, because you can have only some traits, that indicates that you probably have Autism genes).

[@marshalldevinejr.8078]

My cousin has a son who is on the spectrum. She described his condition as how he perceives his environment: because of his neural wiring, his surroundings make little to no sense to him, yet at the same time he has an ability to see things from an entirely different perspective. Back in the day such a person would be lumped into the general and now politically-incorrect category of idiot savant.

[@nevermore5792]

​@@eclaire1748 It's about the support needs a person has. Nowadays, people usually don't use functioning labels though, because autism spectrum isn't really linear. Instead, it's more about the many different traits an autistic person can have, so basically, every trait is a "linear spectrum" (someone can be non-verbal, but can have no hypersensitivity for example, someone else can be fully verbal, but might not be able to leave the house for a long time, because they get to overwhelmed because the are so hypersensitive to sounds and light)

[@vellbariaofficial]

I'm a proud person with autism and I'm related to these people especially on how they feel and how they deal with autism! :) thank you so much Watch Mojo for this !

[@kedricktheheadtripMusic]

I don't believe the lie that a person with autism would be "proud" of it. The media's portrayals are backwards.

[@katecooper3410]

I have Aspergers too. I usually do my best paintings when I'm not thinking, so I feel surfer dude on that one

[@davinagurl6032]

same here, i use Hobbytex,(in australia, oil paint filled ball point tubes, ) they have pre-printed pic to paint but i do my own on their white fabric.

[@HopeCvon]

Proud to be an Aspie!

[@camman6783]

Yes!!

[@sambarakat4291]

+HopeCvon same

[@josukecrazydia]

I don't know yet, if I have Asperger's or not. I contacted a psychologist and he said I might have Asperger's. Now I'm doing some tests to be sure about it. I can tell you what the results are in a few months. (sorry I'm not a native speaker)

[@artism1699]

+Sam Barakat +HopeCvon same!

[@katx9697]

ASPIES FOREVER!

[@MikesUltimatum]

When I was a little kid, no one in my little rural town had heard of Asperger Syndrome. I wish someone would have told the people who were testing me for special education because I was slow. As it turned out, I was incredibly intelligent; I just couldn't find the words to say that my brain was processing things so fast that my physical self couldn't keep up. I've been HUGE into computers ever since my family first got one when I was about twelve because it gives me a social outlet where I don't have to be face-to-face with people. Also, Temple Grandin came to my college to give a speech. If you ever watch her talking, she's right on the money.

[@Equus21]

I write short stories and make films, and as someone with autism, this video is fantastic and makes me want to keep going.

[@spenceredwards3094]

Equus 21 I am glad you think like that. I have autism/Aspergers. And i am in a mess about what I want to become when I leave school. I really don't know what my future holds for me. But I am glad someone with my disability. Well, I wouldn't really call it a disability after watching this video. I would refer to it as a gift. Someone with a gift has a life ahead of them. Good luck. I wish you the best. ;-).

[@spenceredwards3094]

Equus 21 *a successful life ahead of them.

[@mememcmeminson3436]

I have autism too and i love to make stories and tiny movies too

[@darkreaper8897]

Equus21 Writing & Films I love story telling and as someone who has aspergers I can tell it from a totally different perspective.

[@chrisgardner7063]

I used to work with an autistic man. Sadly, he'd get picked on a lot by others. Another coworker and I always protected him. No fights ever broke out, or anything; we just verbally spoke up when others picked on him. I once stood up to a security guard.

[@nobodyimportant6582]

I have Aspergers. Honestly it isn't too hard to live a somewhat normal life.

[@infinitygames9317]

Agreed

[@LatteisaRealGamer]

Yep

[@DarkKnightAJ]

Same here. The only thing I'd say is bad about having it is when people use it as an insult.

[@SirGherro]

+Eric Wiard Some people experience it worse then others. Just like with autism.

[@damiendark9611]

agreeded. it actually makes me stronger as a person :)

[@conorwade2535]

I never knew Dan Akyroyd has Asperger's. I have so much respect for that man now.

[@blazingsonic]

+Conor Wade And makes me sad about the new Ghostbusters film......

[@Floymin]

+Conor Wade When I learned about the term, Dan Aykroyd was the first name that I thought of, since every character he has created has some form of obsession.

[@GodOfDeath69]

Now?

[@FeeshUnofficial]

+DEVILMAN66631 autism can be very hard! I have autism myself and I have more respect for people with autism who can really make it in this world then for anybody else!

[@JustinLodes]

He doesn't have shit. He's a human being with a mind and soul

[@ninjapro7600]

I'm not scared to say it. I have Aspergers Syndrome, and I am not ashamed of it.

[@danmeuse3580]

Its a part of me. If there was a cure, I would reject it.

[@electragreen4229]

NinjaPro Me too! I love it!!!!!💌💌💌💌💌💟💟💟💟💟💟💟💟💘💘💘💘💘💘💘

[@esterhjrup2279]

You shouldn't be , dude. Im proud to have it, actually.

[@bladesandswords6136]

I do as well. Be proud of who you are.

[@toostr0ng4u19]

same

[@michellemelendy6053]

To struggle with daily life skills is very diffucult, so peace be to all who struggle

[@Sandland113]

I am really happy that I saw this because I have autism

[@courtneybevill5306]

same :)

[@wakkowarner2572]

Same here.

[@norwegionaire]

I have asperger syndrome, does that count

[@Sandland113]

+coolguyofawesomenful I leave that up to you

[@LennyLenward]

Same

[@ivobyrt]

I have Asperger syndrome. This video and these people inspire me.

[@Arcader-cs9bs]

The people who hated this video should learn to stop using autism as an insult.

[@wadecarmen7501]

The people who make fun of this video should be shot on sight.

[@wadecarmen7501]

Church has 0 answer for me.

[@barefootjakejake7765]

Yeah I have this uncontrollable compulsion to punch people in the ribs when they do this

[@jeremysmith5919]

I was diagnosed with autism in dec 2019, I am greatly appreciative of any inspiration from others with Autism

[@Samsen_]

As a person who is Autistic, finding out Satoshi Tajiri was diagnosed makes me incredibly happy. Somebody that created something I love is also like me.

[@gutsmasterson2488]

+Rez He is a great source of inspiration to the autistic community that we can become/create legends

[@bigboredthing]

Pokemon is my 'special interest', so I was very happy as well :)

[@mintgumdropz1]

As an Aspie adult, I cannot thank you enough ! I am great at crochet and knitting but suck at being the center of attention. I am great at cooking, being a mom, but suck at being around kids. I was told, back in the mid-70's, to hide my autism,as it may have gotten me institutionalized.So I did. Even today I can hide it fairly well. But it is a struggle. The two that inspire me : Susan Boyle and Temple Grandin. Thank u for this.

[@Sylvael2002]

We hide it for other people's benefit, makes our lives feel less authentic I think to hide it. I'm glad in this day and age it's better and more accepting...or at least more aware...

[@ThunderBroomPilot]

Are you kidding yourself? Everyone around us tells us that we are little weird. You cannot hide who you are. I found it best to enjoy my special "gifts" and to have fun with others. Hey. join Toastmasters. It really helps.

[@kedricktheheadtripMusic]

"Aspie" is a pejorative. DUH!

[@cicirosehannigan]

I am Autistic and I love this list and I do get bullied mostly because of this, but I write stories, writing a new one called 'Rebels of Amber'

[@cicirosehannigan]

>U

[@xxxdumptruckgamingxxx6313]

Hope its goes good for you :) . If its is done, how can i read it?

[@cicirosehannigan]

Tumblr

[@cicirosehannigan]

Super-Smash-Bros-2016

[@thesorcerersupremeoftheear9758]

I have asperger's so I know how it is to bullied. in fact I was so bullied that I had to be homeschooled. not only did other students bully me but the teachers & principals told me that it is my fault that I was bullied because of having asperger's.

[@70bluesea]

Susan Boyle is wonderful and inspirational person. So happy that finally she appeared again on the biggest stage like AGT The Champions and as special performer on BGT .

[@DocLantern85]

One of my favorites is David Byrne, who has Asperger's. I'm always in awe of his creative talents. He really inspires me.

[@ronaldgarrison5528]

!! I'm a longtime Talking heads fan, and I never knew! But I guess it sort of fits. "And you may say to yourself, How did I get here?"

[@fedoramcclaren4294]

Wow...that is interesting... ( :

[@woomeebly]

Always loved DB and talking heads.

[@stevemorris3746]

As some one who has had a lot of trouble with my Aspergers its pretty uplifting to hear that both pokemon and ghost busters were created by people who also had to deal with it.

[@fancydancy2124]

This Video is absolutely sooo amazing for People with Autism, especially me,someone who is on the Spectrum and thank you for always being honest, trying to get the word about autism.

[@rjcorreia3788]

More like trying to get the word that auts are superior than norms and should be treated as gods

[@barefootjakejake7765]

Its not that spectacular. Sure some autistics achieve greatness and an easier life but most of us just waste away...

[@taragallowaymerryman]

I was diagnosed about 5 years ago (I’m 45) and it changed me for the better. I’m a special effects artist for film and a multi media artist. I became so much more focused and a lot better at my craft with this new found confidence. The comedian Hanna Gadsby said it best about being diagnosed. She said “it was as if I had gotten the keys to myself”.

[@hayleyscomet3447]

This is really freaking inspiring to me as I was diagnosed with Aspergers when I was a child.

[@pagepagepage22]

David Byrne of Talking Heads...

[@captainswan3079]

Wow thank you. I had no idea.

[@predeterminedmeat5024]

Exactly

[@Brinta3]

I don’t think he’s been officially diagnosed. He’s said that he is ‘borderline aspergers’.

[@unnaanjhijmetxzger9848]

Definitely a favorite!WE ARE UNIQUE AND REMARKABLE! HE'S ONLY ONE EXTRAORDINARY EXAMPLE. WHAT A GIFT!

[@finnanima2413]

Same as it ever was Same as it ever was

[@ScrubmanLowell]

I have Asperger's Syndrome, and this was posted on my birthday! 😊❤

[@anneblubaugh58]

Scrubman lowell happy birthday ! ❤️

[@LittleMissMaddie1998]

My brother has severe autism, and this video just hit me in the feels❤️

[@zombiechicken7114]

Currently being diagnosed, possibility of Aspergers- Seeing people who've overcome their autism and become something great really inspires me and makes me relaxed about the whole thing :)

[@deborahgate965]

I am inspired by my son Jake who was diagnosed with aspergers when he was 18. He's 23 now and I'm very proud of him.

[@eoghanfeighery7383]

I have autism and I'm proud of this!

[@rowanc7140]

Eoghan Feighery what autism I have asbergers

[@emmas6212]

Eoghan Feighery ikr me too

[@kentlarson5020]

You should be proud of! as it is not your hindrance.

[@EC-dz4bq]

Ah you will do fine, you look like a pretty young lass

[@kylerhunt2135]

me too

[@manfromthehorizon3870]

I too have Asperger syndrome and I work in the Motion picture industry.

[@PattyDalmau]

I’m a comedian💪😂

[@holiboys]

People with Autism/Asperger's who manage to understand their disorder and how it affects them, and also how it's the greatest intuitive/creative gift that one could ever receive, often become prominent and extremely high level citizens, at least in the U.S. Well-managed Autism/Asperger's can easily put a person in the "superior intelligence/gifted" range of an IQ test.

[@ewq123ify]

exactly

[@IronPiedmont]

holiboys I read somewhere that Thomas Jefferson and Albert Einstein had autism. I would find the link later because I'm on my phone right now.

[@rickjames5998]

holiboys or they can screw Hillary clinton. thank you julien assange.

[@canadavatar]

I have Asperger, and I had a terrible history of failures for chemistry tests!

[@lukereilly6873]

holiboys

[@thegearspinner5552]

Not gonna lie, as a person with high-functioning Autism, this was a REALLY uplifting video. 👍

[@tagmanstop1098]

+The Gear Spinner56 Amen and same here

[@fraserduffy4576]

You go guys!

[@Epicbingewatcher]

As someone who live with Aspergers syndrome since I was 11 years old, it can be tough always trying to do your best to succeed in life. That's why I started my own KZbin channel a couple of days ago reviewing a show I love in hopes that one day I will make it. I love doing this because it allows me to break from the norm and conquer my own barriers. I also love to entertain so this channel is also of a somewhat therapy for me. But if you have aspy or autistic don't let anyone put you down. You are your own person!

[@swordfury-tutorialsmore9296]

Why does everyone making fun of this disorder, this world is bad man.

[@rjcorreia3788]

Everyone who does is a idiot because they don't realize that being autistic means that your superior than norms, just like how Neanderthals were a dumber version of norms, norms are a dumber version of auts

[@butterboiii9810]

@@rjcorreia3788 I have high functioning autism but I’m in no way superior to anyone. My intelligence is average and I’m not that good at math or writing.

[@rjcorreia3788]

@@butterboiii9810 doesn't make you upset that multiple people have tryed to cure us even though we do not need to be cured, or how many people have killed us for being our selves, even black children back then could live while most of us as infants are killed off, it might sound harsh at first, but this is what reality makes of us, they claim to help us even though norms don't clearly understand anything about auts and try to strip us of what makes us unique, but even then there the fools for not realizing that most of the smartest men in history are auts suck as einstein and newton, for we gave the world knowledge but here they are still killing and disrespecting us, but there's multiple forms of evidence that proves that we're the dominant race, but are we are lied to about are place in life, but our true place in life is higher than them

[@eclaire1748]

@@rjcorreia3788 I agree with you but where can I find more of this evidence to support my belief? And can I find you on Instagram?

[@rjcorreia3788]

@@eclaire1748 first of all are you an aut, second what is it that convinces you about these ideas, and third what do you want to know more about

[@martyfan11agnosticalienfan]

This vid is just one of many reasons why I am proud to be autistic.

[@martyfan11agnosticalienfan]

+overclocked orange I've been called a faggot because of my autism (amongst other things). Doesn't really offend me, though, as trolls are just idiots, and I like to press their buttons and see how pissed off they can get by constantly reminding them of their failure to win the argument.

[@jam63112]

Like everyone is proud to be himself

[@sythlorde]

Come to My page you little daemon, let Us play together.

[@TheMrSugar]

I have Autism, and this Video Not only showed me just some of many who have overcome it and used it to do so much good for the world, but it also inspired me to pursue my Passions even harder.

[@joyunicycle]

Keep it up and people will look up to you too as an inspiration too :)

[@whitewolf8644]

Aww that's great! My son is a functioning autistic person,he loves to play the piano,can read music but can't read or Write,.. I'm currently working on my diagnosis at the age of 30. I'm happy to see that some of these guys were diagnosed at an older age 👍🏻wonderful video guys X

[@superlex611]

indeed

[@burny6666]

+Maria Cowle I was diagnosed at 29.

[@sagerider2]

+Maria Cowle I wasn't diagnosed, my cousin said he was, I didn't believe him & looked up the symptoms. I only have two, I don't make friends very easily & I don't get social cues at ALL.

[@pinesnap]

+burny6666 I was at 7

[@declanpearce5959]

I have autism actually, also love to play piano too.

[@ivobyrt]

I was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at 6 years old, I discovered it at 12 years old. I want to become a filmmaker, and these people inspire me. It's not a disease, it's who I am.

[@panowa8319]

I have recently been diagnosed for Asperger's. Growing up wasn't easy. If I was diagnosed properly, maybe my life would be a bit different today.

[@PattyDalmau]

Same here... I was put in boarding school at nine years old; even though the mother superior told my mother I was too young; my mother bribed the Catholic school to take me in. I remember curling into a ball at the bottom of my bed; a psychological outlet and desire to return to the womb. Hypnotherapy saved my life; I’m able to recall my lonely childhood, missed social clues... I will be tested in August; Aspie Grandma😂

[@rjcorreia3788]

Know that you having asperger makes you superior to everyone else that classifies as a norm, the same thing for aits being superior as well

[@hyruled6528]

in 3rd or 4th grade, i was diagnosed on the autism spectrum. since then, ive always felt different-not in a good way. i constantly feel like i dont belong in my family, in my group of friends, in my school, in my city etc. and its not exactly easy to feel good about it when my brother keeps mocking me for it. i havent told any of my friends that i have this diagnose, because i feel like they wouldnt take it too well. most of my teachers know that i have a diagnose, and so because of that i get "special" treatment in class, which i dont really like. it makes me feel like im even more different from the other students in school. i guess this video made me feel a little better about it, knowing that these people have acheived these things despite having autism/asperger.

[@supermanboy1255]

I feel similar I have autism and I get the privilege of a using a calculator in math because I have a hard time even though I love science but I hate using a calculator because I'm not actually doing any work and I hate the looks I get from kids.

[@williambrunsdon1189]

I also feel you guys, but one thing keeps me going, I know I'm high functioning and it's easy for me to tell others about it. Although I hate the specail treatment as you said I was diagnosed at 13 so I kinda took it hard... But I got good friends who still treat me like a derp even when I have been diagnosed with ASD.

[@supermanboy1255]

Arogon I'm sorry

[@farunelthorn2164]

How old are you? My mom talked to me about Asperger's when I was around 14-15, and honestly, it made me feel a *lot* better. I spent my whole life with people asking, "What's wrong with you?" - to finally understand what it was that made everyone ask such a question of me, was simply brilliant. I actually ended up getting quite a lot of control over it, after I figured out exactly what I was doing that was not socially acceptable. Unfortunately, I feel I am starting to slip with it again in my 2nd year of College, with so much pressure in public speaking courses, but I am still miles better from where I started off. It really does get better. Also, there are some public forums dedicated to those of us on the spectrum- I might suggest going there if you need help from people who understand EXACTLY what is going on, and how you feel.

[@hyruled6528]

Farunel Thorn im 13 right now, currently in 7th grade as well. i still havent quite gotten 'control' over it, but i do take medication which helps me a lot in school to stay focused etc. before my parents told me, i had kids being rude to me and they were always trying to annoy me, and sometimes they were saying "have you got adhd or what?"

[@uvvcudysydyfivic]

I have ADHD and I am proud of it. I am not afraid to say it. Be your own person guy. I did that and I got what I needed. I also might have dyslexia

[@aldenheterodyne2833]

I have autism and I love acting , singing, books, and computer programming. I have never heard of an actress that has autism before now, and it's fantastic to hear my exact reasons for acting shared by another person. I like acting because I know exactly what to do, what to feel, how someone is going to react, and I get to experience empathy in a safe way. I also like books for the same reason. I like programming because everything has a reason, you just have to find it. Humans don't always behave logically, which is frustrating.

[@sspdirect02]

As someone with PDD and being a huge Ghostbusters fan, this video put a smile on my face.

[@GuardianGabriel]

If Humanity were not so divided, then perhaps they'd learn how accept people who are different and unique in their own right. Believe me I know, for I am slightly Aspergers and I know the experience. We may all have different personalities, abilities, and appearances, but we are all the same inside. For that we are all responsible for each other. Compassion is what it means to be Human, so be proud of who you are. Everyone is equal.

[@cyphi1]

There's no such thing as a normal mind.

[@omegagilgamesh]

That's what everyone says, and it's bullshit. Yes, everyone's unique, but what we refer to as "normal" people are those whose brains developed properly. Autistics like us, our brains didn't develop properly.

[@rasha8666]

+omegagilgamesh properly... really?? u shouldnt consider ur brain as being unproper. its just different

[@omegagilgamesh]

+Rasha 86 You speak as if it weren't a disability. If there's not a single entry level job in my entire country (America) that I can successfully perform and not be fired from due to misconduct, specifically misconduct that is not explained as misconduct, just expected to know is misconduct, then I am definitely disabled due to my autism.

[@rasha8666]

+omegagilgamesh modern day society is disabled

[@Parker8752]

It's a disability, but primarily because we're expected to act like people that we're not. Our brains develop differently; it's society that has decided that difference is bad. And while there is such a thing as a healthy mind, autism isn't a mental illness, but being the way we're treated as a result of our autism can certainly lead to mental illness.

[@hayleydouglas]

I have Asperger's and I'm beyond proud of this

[@MISTAKEWASMADE4live]

Autism is almost like the anti of narcissism.

[@sachinmistry1]

+MISTAKEWASMADE4live I could see that. I feel that I have great artistic ability, but I don't necessarily like to brag about it. Rather, I just want to continue practicing and get better. Throughout my time during high school and college, I've had lower self esteem. I've had difficulty dating and felt that I wasn't attractive. Lately, I've gained more confidence in myself, but still have some difficulty in social situations. Do you find that autistic personalities attract narcissistic personalities? I've had several former friends who were narcissistic.

[@funkster007]

If you have a facebook account, you'll get a front row seat to the narcissist show.

[@sachinmistry1]

Seriously! so many selfies in that "one pose"

[@knk4ever83]

what do you mean?

[@jesserobinson1515]

MISTAKEWASMADE4live occasionally.

[@jamessanders6223]

It's beautiful to be different. I have mild autism, but I don't mind it.

[@evanquade668]

I have Asperger's, and I don't care what anybody thinks.

[@baileyryan6958]

Evan Quade I respect you, too.

[@leegarza3605]

@Tweaky Robin It was pretty funny but I'm afraid to ask if he knows why...I'll leave that up to you

[@arthritis.]

Respect man.

[@ryanw1140]

Ignorance is bliss

[@rosiewhitfield123]

That's great and good on you for been content about it also. Keep smiling ☺☺☺

[@fancydancy2124]

This is quite inspirational for me because when I was 2 years old I was diagnosed with autism/adhd/on the spectrum and throughout elementary school I was in a special needs class until 4th grade, in 5th grade i was finally in a regular classroom all day long and even though I still autism that’s what makes me so unique

[@The_Mimewar]

Im Aspergers, and I figured out how to fit in, none of my social responses are natural. It has its ups and downs. not many friends, but im smart, so theres a trade.

[@ChristopherZavalaVlogs]

I have Autism and I'm proud of it!

[@abbeymclane6985]

Christopher Zavala me too

[@marymcinerney5487]

That's good,people are great just they way they are

[@noobnub3828]

Same I have autism ADHD toretts OCD and depression

[@travisreed1730]

I have Asperger's Syndrome, and I just LOVE this kind of stuff. It INSPIRES me.

[@foodie-om1rq]

I’m about to be in nursing school, and pursue my dream of becoming a nurse, a dream I never thought possible because of my aspergers. It’s good to see that there are other people out there who have pursued their dreams that also go through the same struggles

[@Steve27775]

"I like to observe people, not be the person" is very true. I'd much rather be a spectator than a participant. Which is why I watch KZbin videos rather than make my own.

[@Cup-yw1zv]

People with autism God made them special and he loves him very much

[@drippinjoe4433]

Renee Babb Then why did he make it ruin are lives until we put are shit together

[@sarahgray430]

Thanos Yeet:I recommend The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis. It's probably the best explanation of why a good and loving God created a world in which so much terrible shit happens...essentially, people CHOOSE to make themselves miserable!

[@illianareyes372]

932 Cup 0 they are angels. My brother is the biggest sweetheart and people are rude to him and he’s still nice to them every day

[@thrillho5287]

Gods not real

[@boohooter23]

Amen!

[@WWChampion16]

Thank you WatchMojo for doing this. I've had Autism since I was a toddler. But thanks to a doctor catching on it early on I'm high-functioning.

[@manster8885]

+Rainbow Dash 4Ever: So their are people out their who understand me

[@WWChampion16]

***** You can say that. I meant it wasn't discovered that I had it until I was a toddler.

[@Awesomeautisticgirl]

I have been diagnosed with autism back in October 2019. It's fantastic that there are people including our favourite celebrities who have a disability

[@bananatiergod]

I have Aspergers, and my biggest goal is to become an actress. Seeing so many famous people with diagnosed Autism reaching to so much heights suprised me and makes me even more eager to do the same. Thanks for this Top 10, Watchmojo. It makes me so proud of being a part of the same cycle.

[@bananatiergod]

+Funky Pirate Thank you so much. :) I hope I could learn acting and even meet and get some tips from Liev Schreiber (in my pic), who is my top favourite actor. I really look up to him as a very varied and talented actor. ^^ Good luck for you, too, abd I hope you become a cartoonist!

[@bananatiergod]

+Brian Gruenewald Oh gosh, your story's amazing! ^D^ Good luck with your music!

[@briangruenewald7536]

O.R. Studios And you with your dancing :)

[@bananatiergod]

+Brian Gruenewald It's acting actually, but still, thanks a lot!

[@briangruenewald7536]

O.R. Studios Ah, I misread XD

[@jphi1000]

I have aspergers. I've learned to deal with most of it quite well, I was diagnosed when I was I think 9 years old, my mother didn't tell me right away. I'm currently a 21 year old man in radio and I'm a musician. Also social events suck unless I'm extremely intoxicated to the point I don't care. Quite the inspirational list

[@superlex611]

indeed

[@jphi1000]

***** I can see that. I still never ever go somewhere new without someone I know. It's; just one of those things I find hard to do.

[@thagrammarnazi]

+jphi1000 I drink 5 times faster than everyone I know when we go out, just cos I can't wait to be comfortable and not care around everyone else dancing.

[@OMGtheykilledKenny42]

+jphi1000 I couldn't agree more on the social events suck bit. And honestly, I'm quite a shut-in. I'll do whatever I do normally on a productive day. But other than that, not very outgoing hehe.

[@andiebrit65]

+jphi1000 I loved your post! My son is 20 and he has recently been diagnosed. He LOVES his electronic music and as well does not like social events. Check out his mixes..."Sikkday"...maybe connect? Thank you :)

[@lucylincoln3285]

Makes me feel like I can achieve something great knowing my autism gives my personality an edge.

[@rjcorreia3788]

Know that you being a aut means that your superior to everyone else that classifies as a norm, for even some of the smartest people in history were auts such as einstein and newton

[@barefootjakejake7765]

Yes but in case you havent noticed, society rejects edgy personalities

[@barefootjakejake7765]

@@rjcorreia3788 yeah and probably Steve Jobs too

[@teedub127]

My Stepson is a high functioning autistic, he's also an inspiration for many handicapped people and one is one of the most interesting people I've ever met. He is a top notch gamer (often being accused of cheating or modding) and an animal whisperer but above all else, he's the most genuine, kind and loving person you will ever meet.

[@catgirl185]

I have Asperger Syndrome and I'm proud of it.

[@Chibiusa-P]

Me too!

[@adamo6250]

Same here brother

[@joyunicycle]

*Thumbs up*

[@atahservices2840]

well said

[@JoaoGa210]

Same here

[@Tori1409]

Thank you so much for this video, WatchMojo. I was diagnosed with Asperger when I was 5 years old but my parents just told me that when I was 15. I hope one day I'll be a great singer just like Susan Boyle.

[@SensationalBanana]

I've struggled my entire childhood due to people not understanding that my issues (neurological difficulties with balance, sounds, smells, light, textures) were due to a condition, not me being a difficult or lazy child. Now I struggle as an adult with prejudice. I was diagnosed in my late 20's, and whilst I myself had an eyeopener with the diagnosis, I've stopped sharing it with others. You distinctly see people change how they act once they know that you're different. I especially dislike it when they try to diminish and refer to it as some sort of "trendy diagnosis". Yeah, I LOVED struggling for all my school years, such a COOL fashion statement!!

[@stairwaygoddess]

I relate with this. I was diagnosed at 35 after being misdiagnosed as bipolar for almost 20 years. I was a little bitter at first because I have struggled so much, but then I became grateful that I finally had answers.

[@harlotteoscara686]

My 11 year old daughter has Asperger’s and she’s awesome. I love that she sees the world a little differently.