There is a type of autism called Asperger syndrome.
People with Asperger syndrome do not have learning disabilities. But they find the same things difficult as people with autism.
Here are some of the things that people with Asperger syndrome find difficult.
They find it difficult to tell people what they need, and how they feel.
They find it difficult to meet other people and to make new friends.
They find it difficult to understand what other people think.
How to get more information
You can get more information about autism from
Autism Helpline
Phone: 0845 070 4004
Minicom: 0845 070 4003
Email:
autismhelpline@nas.org.uk Open from 10am until 4pm
Open from Monday until Friday
The National Autistic Society's website
www.autism.org.uk