How To Deal With Your Mild Autism(?): Wired Wiki
September 5, 2008 by Kristina Chew, PhD
Filed under Health
Courtesy of Wired magazine, a wiki about how to deal with your mild autism. Tips include:
1 Interrupt party chatter
2 Time yourself
3 Be honest at work
4 Look ‘em in the eye
5 Make it work for you
6 Know thyself
7 Reminders, Reminders, Reminders
8 Reduce Distractions
9 Find an Editor
From item #5, Make it work for you:
Asperger’s isn’t an illness, it’s a set of characteristics, and you can turn these to your advantage. Find roles where your relentless curiosity can be a plus. Become an expert in your company or field, the go-to guy* for details, but learn to offer only what’s needed when asked. …read more




