An autism diagnosis is not the end of the world but the beginning of a whole new world filled with wonder and delight. Many on the high functioning end of the autism spectrum, such as Susan Boyle, lived their lives thinking that something was wrong with them.
I speak from experience when I say that those who grow up thinking differently than most others can discount their inner voices and pursue the expectations of others. By recently finding out that she was on the autism spectrum, Susan Boyle may have finally found peace with being different.
Susan Boyle announced earlier this week that she was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome, a form of high functioning autism. A few years ago, Boyle received world-wide attention for her singing talent. In an article on the Daily News website, the 52 year old singer also revealed that she was misdiagnosed as a child. Boyle is beginning to expand other talents as well with the announcement of her film debut in "The Christmas Candle."
I speak from experience when I say that those who grow up thinking differently than most others can discount their inner voices and pursue the expectations of others. By recently finding out that she was on the autism spectrum, Susan Boyle may have finally found peace with being different.
Susan Boyle announced earlier this week that she was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome, a form of high functioning autism. A few years ago, Boyle received world-wide attention for her singing talent. In an article on the Daily News website, the 52 year old singer also revealed that she was misdiagnosed as a child. Boyle is beginning to expand other talents as well with the announcement of her film debut in "The Christmas Candle."
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