When considering the loud, disruptive, or explosive behavior challenges that arise with more extroverted people with autism, we might think we would prefer our friends with autism lean more to the sedate or withdrawn side of the spectrum. But, in fact, individuals who are quiet or withdrawn also face significant challenges.
As much as we would like to do so, we simply cannot address every single issue in the lives of our friends with autism. Teachers, therapists, family members, job coaches, and others learn to pick their battles, a strategy that requires us to ignore some behaviors that might otherwise be high on a list of priority issues.
Not a very polite topic, but more and more teens and adults with autism as well as families of individuals with autism have begun sharing concerns and thoughts about toileting issues.
For a variety of reasons, many of my friends with autism are not able to speak or they struggle to use words effectively. But, they can certainly communicate in a low-tech, instant messaging style. Click on the Seesmic link for a video discussion or read more below. We welcome your input. Send an e-mail to talk@FAQautism.com
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