The Strengths of People with Aspergers

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Hi upperkace29,

Again, tho I'm not male, I'd like to weigh in here too. <smile!>

Though everyone is different, and not every thing applies to

everyone, these are some of the traits that can be found frequently

Aspergers individuals.

- Helen

honesty

transparency - no " hidden " motive

non manipulative

non violent

excellent memory, even in older Aspies

good eye for detail

responsible for almost all advances in science including medical

advances, and technology throughout history of human civilization

literarily and artistically inclined Aspies have left huge legacy to

the arts - " out of the box " thinking brings forward new forms of

artistic expression.

practical

reliable

thorough

punctual

can work very well without supervision

excellent, self motivated individual performer

sincere

sensible

frugal

non materialistic

not wasteful

concerned about the environment - leaves a much smaller " carbon

footprint " than average person

animal lover

non ageist, non sexist, non racist - believes in equality for all

respecting of the challenges other people face (eg. disability, mental illness)

responsible

intelligent

well read, often more educated than average population

very thorough knowledge and practice in area of specialty in hobby,

vocation and profession

steadfast in one's stand - won't " flip-flop " on an issue to align

with popular opinion

true-blue loyal friend - will stick with you through thick and thin

I'm by the time I hit " send " others will have added many excellent

traits as well!

<grin!>

- Helen (52, self-dx'd AS, dx'd ADD)

At 03:22 PM 2/24/2008, you wrote:

>Would any male AS on the forum be willing to list and detail his

>strengths. I already know some from living with my AS husband, but if

>someone with AS could list them in detail, in the best way they

>understand them, I think that would help my husband recognize some

>traits. I understand everyone is going to have unique and different

>strengths, but it might make things clearer in my situation. Thanks