Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors.

I was diagnosed when I was 7 years old, my grandma Rosa told my mom all the time that “Shannon is different then the rest of the children” from the day I was born. it’s true I was…

 

I didn’t ask for autism but I do have it. I will never  not have it. I was born into a body that has been failing me since I was born, but autism my mind. Its that way… And I’m ok…

 

So welcome to my mind…