Strengths

People with Asperger syndrome often exhibit the following features:

• Able to speak fluently and knowledgeably about specific subjects.
• Good at memorising facts and figures about a specialised subject.
• A high ability to focus and concentrate.
• A tendency not to gossip.
• Honesty and Directness.
• Conscientiousness and dedication.
• Tolerance of predictable work.
• Reliability with regard to completing routine tasks
• Intuitive and logical thinking
• Can often visualise things from a perspective that most neurotypical people are incapable of visualising
• Regularly notice small details overlooked by most neurotypical people

A person with Asperger syndrome can develop productive areas of specialisation in employment or in education. Those with talents in specific fields are more likely to succeed and flourish with understanding and forward planning.