Linked here by Shadesong. You have no idea how badly I needed to read this. I have an autistic 4 yr old daughter, and even with her not speaking or having social skills in the 'less than 2 yr old' level, even SHE knows on some level what is and is not socially acceptable to do in any given situation.
Autism spectrum persons learn unacceptable behavior just as readily as neurotypical ones do. And they should be educated, and treated accordingly when they break those socially acceptable rules - not excused for it.
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Date: 2010-12-06 09:47 pm (UTC)Autism spectrum persons learn unacceptable behavior just as readily as neurotypical ones do. And they should be educated, and treated accordingly when they break those socially acceptable rules - not excused for it.