If a person has autism or Asperger's, is it common that they're not accepted in society?

Question

B/c I was @ risk for PDD as a young child, & now I see I have Asperger's symptoms.

Answer 1

I don't hate you.

Answer 2

No its Society thats not acceptive of much of anything that makes them emotionally queesy. people in general are more retarded than most autistic kids

Answer 3

Yes, sadly it's very common that people on the autism spectrum are not accepted by society. We are different and society simply has little understanding, tolerance and acceptance for those who stick out as different from the rest.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

very common

Answer 6

i would exept um but must wouldnt srry  hope you get wat ur looking for

Answer 7

yep, sadly it's very common

Answer 8

How old are you?  Are you still in school?  I wrote the following before it occurred to me that you may be an adult.  Here goes:

If you are 'advertising' yourself by talking or showing off to others to get their attention, you may alienate them.  

The average school-age person knows little about PDD or Asperger's.  

If you are under the umbrella of Sp. Ed, that may be contributing to being misunderstood, also.

As a middle school teacher who works one-on-one with 'certain students,' I know acceptance and rejection come into play.  It seems to me that the accepted students have quietly explained their situation while making an effort to succeed in school.

I encourage you to talk with your parents, doctor,  counselor.  These are the people who will go out of their way to help you, whether it be obtaining a diagnosis, determine medication needs, etc.

Growing up is difficult, my young friend.  You are a blessed person and are probably a lot smarter and creative than those whose approval you seek.  

Hope this helps.  :)

Answer 9

Seeing as how the classic symptom of Asperger's Syndrome is delayed development in social skills, yes, people with AS are typically rejected by their peers. It's not because of the label that goes with the disorder but rather because of the symptoms. People with AS tend to be very annoying and can be rude without realizing it since they aren't aware of social norms. As a result most people are driven away by people with AS.

You'll be happy to hear though that things typically get better as a person with AS gets older, especially if they get treatment. Many can socialize just fine as adults though many others may still have some problems. But generally childhood is the worst of it except in severe cases.

Answer 10

its not uncommon at all because they are beling labled even if it is a mild form of autism.  

Answer 11

It's not about society not accepting you, it's about your behaviors not fitting in with what's socially appropriate.  Too bad you didn't get some early intervention when you got your PDD diagnosis.  You may have been able to replace your spectrum behaviors with mainstream ones.  You're not insane.  Hopefully you don't lve in a small town because they tend to be less accomodating.  

Answer 12

Most people with AS and on the Autism spectrum have difficulty with social interpretations of other's behaviors, and interacting with others. Do you have a psychologist or therapist?  You could talk him/her and they can help you learn how to modify some of your social behaviors that are possibly interfering with making friends. It sounds as if you possibly didn't get interventions when you were younger since your diagnosis kept going back and forth.   It may be difficult, but you seem to be high enough on the spectrum that with work you will be able to make some changes and find some people who are worth making friends with.  Remember, the people who are educated enough to learn about your differences and accept you for you, are the only ones worth being friends with!  They, too have their own differences, even if they aren't as noticeable!

Answer 13

it all depends on the severity. some people might have it and you would never know. but if someone doesnt accept the person for them, and all their faults(well in this case it's not a fault, cause they cant help it) , then theyre not worth caring about anyways.