In this video, I look at careers that seem to be a good fit for people on the autistic spectrum. I identify several strengths associated with autism, and then link them to specific jobs (for example, the strength of having a gift for detail could be a plus for jobs such as proofreader, software tester, and copy editor). I also look at poor matches where areas of difficulty would make certain jobs stressful or confusing (for example, sensory sensitivites associated with autism would probably make work in the field of construction (with back hoes and all that nail pounding) a poor match for many. I also recommend Temple Grandin’s book for thinking about appropriate careers for people with autism.
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For more information about neurodiversity, see my books:
- The Power of Neurodiversity: Unleashing the Advantages of Your Neurodivergent Brain (Completely Revised and Updated Second Edition), and
- Neurodiversity in the Classroom: Strength-Based Strategies to Help Students with Special Needs Succeed in School and Life.
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