"Recent data and my own personal experience suggest it's time to start thinking of autism as an advantage in some spheres, not a cross to bear," says Dr. Laurent Mottron, MD, PhD, a professor at the University of Montreal's department of Psychiatry and the director of the autism program at Rivière des Prairies Hospital in Montreal. According to his research, individuals with autism have certain qualities and abilities that could be superior to those without it. More »Post from: Blisstree