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• Autism >> Life on the Autism spectrum >> Men not in employment/education >> Russell – Interview 07b >> Russell finds lighting distracting.

Russell was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome when he was 12 years old. His awareness of potential difficulties is increasing as he grows older and more aware. Russell describes himself as being prone to outbursts and is taking anti-depressants.

• Autism >> Life on the Autism spectrum >> Men in employment/education >> Tim and Julie – Interview 09b >> Tim is not able to concentrate on driving and holding a conversation, and has some difficulties with spatial awareness.

Tim was diagnosed with autism eight years after a paediatrician suggested that there was a family link between himself and his son. Tim has a very supportive wife and they have two sons who also have autism.

• Autism >> Life on the Autism spectrum >> Women not in paid employment/education >> Neil and Catherine - Interview 55 >> Catherine and Neil describe the problems Catherine has with sounds and lights distracting her and how they overcome these living together.

Catherine, 27, was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome when she was 23. She works part time as a volunteer gardener.

• Autism >> Life on the Autism spectrum >> Women in employment/education: >> Gail – Interview 06b >> Gail has found fluorescent lights and power point slides difficult since returning to college. Irlen (tinted) glasses have helped.

At 18 year old, Gail suspected she may have Asperger syndrome, but did not feel the need to get diagnosed until more recently. She was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome two years ago.