5 Myths about Autism

5 Myths about Autism along with facts. 1. Myth: People with autism can’t feel or express their emotions. Fact: The issue isn’t whether someone with autism feels emotions—they most definitely do. The challenge is that they might have difficulty communicating their emotions or even perceiving your emotions in the same way that you do. 2. Myth: People with autism are loners and don’t want friends. Fact: If someone you know has autism, there’s a good chance they struggle with social skills and they’re not aware of the social mistakes they are making. They might seem closed off, or shy, or even talk non-stop. They still need meaningful attachment just like everyone else. 3. Myth: Special diets can cure autism. Fact: People with autism might experience digestive issues or allergies, just as you or I would, so special diets could be helpful to elevate discomfort, but there isn’t a cause and effect with diet and autism. 4. Myth: Vaccines cause autism. Fact: Some time ago there was some research that suggested this idea. The doctor who put forth this research, which was found to be deceptive, had his medical license taken away. There is no empirical evidence to make a connection between vaccines and autism. 5. Myth: All people with autism are pretty much alike. Fact: Autism is a developmental disorder, but that doesn’t reflect the entirety of the individual. Autism is not an expression of personality, passions, family background, or life history.