11 Photos That Show What Autism Looks Like

"Severe autism looks at the world in the way others might not. Its a challenge sometimes, but oh, is it worth it at the end of the day!"

"Autism is about smiles! It's the little things that make them enjoy life! This is Derrick, he's 10."

"Determination with a fair amount of heartache."

"Autism is celebrating each developmental milestone in a BIG way! (Potty training number two at 6 years old.) Jantis, now age 7."

"Autism looks like two little girls. As a neuro divergent family, we listen to them and work to change the world for them, not them for the world. We dont label them like hot sauce, we dont wear puzzle pieces, but we celebrate and encourage their unique and incredible view on the world. They have taught me how to be better and appreciate so much more because their point of view is pretty awesome. Why change it?"

"In our house, autism looks like a normal 5-year-old boy, who is completely free of social norms, and who can freely be whoever he chooses to be."

"This is what our autism baby needs -- a lot of tactile pressure! Tactile pressure is her calming! She is 6 and also has two rare chromosome deletions. ... No matter her obstacles, she loves to be a cheerleader!"

"Youd never know. Until you had to have a conversation or ask him to complete a task. Some days are really good. Others Im just praying we all survive until bedtime. But the best days are the ones when out of nowhere, I hear a genuine laugh or even get a hug."

"My autistic girl loves cars and is making a driving movie. She's 15 years old."

"Autism looks like two siblings loving each other. Both have autism and both are delightful."

"Children with autism see things differently than we do. The way you hold a flower, twirl a blade of grass through your fingertips amazes me. What we take for granted, you notice. Because I believe, I know, in your world, there are beautiful colors, laughter and soft sounds."