Share How Autism Has Affected Your Life

Who in your life has been affected by autism and how?
Son
Where is your loved one on the spectrum?
Understanding the world, especially social cues and relationships. Not being able to go away alone or with my husband as he can't bear me to be away.
Coping with change.
What do you wish people would understand about autism?
When you have met one person with autism, you have met one person with autism. People on the spectrum are extremely good at learned responses, fooling people that they understand what has been said or is happening.