What is it like to live with high functioning autism?

Like all people on the autism spectrum, people who are high functioning have a hard time with social interaction and communication. They dont naturally read social cues and might find it difficult to make friends. They can get so stressed by a social situation that they shut down.

What are some signs of high functioning autism?

High Functioning Autism SymptomsEmotional Sensitivity.Fixation on Particular Subjects or Ideas.Linguistic Oddities.Social Difficulties.Problems Processing Physical Sensations.Devotion to Routines.Development of Repetitive or Restrictive Habits.Dislike of Change.More items