Strengths and abilities in autism - Altogether Autism (2024)

Autistic people may display a range of strengths and abilities that can be directly related to their diagnosis, including:

• Learning to read at a very early age (known as hyperlexia).
• Memorising and learning information quickly.
• Thinking and learning in a visual way.
• Logical thinking ability.
• May excel (if able) in academic areas such as science, engineering and mathematics as they are technical and logical subjects that do not heavily rely on social interaction.
• Having an extraordinarily good memory (being able to remember facts for a long period of time).
• Being precise and detail orientated.
• Exceptional honesty and reliability.
• Being dependable in regards to schedules and routines.
• Having an excellent sense of direction.
• Be very punctual.
• Strong adherence to rules.
• Able to concentrate for long periods of time when motivated.
• A drive for perfection and order.
• A capability for alternate problem solving.
• A rare freshness and sense of wonderment.