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How fun is it to work with people with varying forms of Autism?

Asked by EgaoNoGenki (1164points) December 30th, 2009

I’m thinking that it could be my calling to work with Autistic people. It’s my gut telling me this. (Which is, in case I somehow fail to get into the Air Force.)

I could start with volunteer work then get promoted to a pay position one day if I keep liking the job.

I’ll most likely have to find volunteer positions on my own in the 66502 area since it’s not probable that a random Internet stranger will be able to find them for me.

But enough about the background. I need to know how fun it is to work with anyone with varying forms of autism. Does the way they act seem “cute” and make me smile? Or is it hell?

Autism is a spectrum disorder, so there’s a “right side of the spectrum,” the “middle,” and the “left.” What side is the most pleasant kind of autism to work with and how? What sides should I avoid and why?

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