Under the Radar: An Essential Guide to Autism and Girls

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of autism? Often, it''s a boy who struggles with friendships, but who loves trains and is great at maths. While this may reflect the experiences of some autistic people, in recent years research and first-hand accounts have shown that many others don''t conform to this image. The historical perception of autism as a "male condition" as well as simplistic stereotypes have led to an under-identification of autism in some girls and...