High-functioning autism, also known as Asperger’s syndrome, allows individuals to function normally in society but may present symptoms such as social interaction problems, preference for routine, and advanced learning skills. People with high-functioning autism may have an IQ of 70 or higher and are often academically gifted. However, they may also face rejection and low self-esteem due to difficulties in personal relationships. It is important to understand and appreciate the complexity of autism, which affects approximately one in 130 people.
People with high functioning or high-level autism can function normally in society, but may have some of the symptoms of autism. The condition is often called Asperger’s syndrome, although some experts disagree that the two are synonymous. Symptoms can vary from person to person.
According to the clinical definition of high-level autism, the autistic can speak and act normally in everyday society, while people with severe autism are defined as unable to do so. Research has shown that people with high functioning autism typically have an intelligence quotient (IQ) of 70 or higher.
Social interaction problems are a symptom of all levels of autism. The high-level autistic may appear serious and uncommunicative, although this may only take the form of a lack of participation in brief conversations. He may also have trouble making eye contact with others.
Individuals with high-level autism tend to prefer routine and orderliness. These symptoms can present in early childhood. Personal relationships are often a problem and those affected can sometimes be perceived by others as too genius or intelligent. Rejection can lead to low self-esteem.
Other symptoms may include irregularities in coordination and motor skills. These problems can be very low level and can only take the form of clumsiness in situations such as sports activities. While the high-level autistic may not express certain emotions, such as empathy, he is certainly capable of feeling them.
High-level autistics may have advanced learning skills. They are also often gifted at problem solving, and many go on to careers in science and engineering. These people are often academically gifted and will do well if they have encouraging teachers. They are often extremely talented lyricists and have a great love for the language. A passion for obscure subjects and an in-depth knowledge of these subjects can also be symptoms of high-level autism.
It’s unfortunate that many narrow-minded people simply dismiss high-level autism as a nerd or a nut. People who are unaware of the problem can often make judgments without fully appreciating the situation. Autism is a complex disorder that affects approximately one in 130 people.
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