Can someone with severe autism use a wheelchair for mobility?

Not really. I've gotten into some serious arguments with people on this issue. Autism has nothing to do with someone's ability to walk. However, many people with children that have autism are going for Disabled Parking Placards. read more

If the person breaks a leg or has some sort of mobility problem, then a wheelchair might be their best option, or it might not. It depends on the person and what their particular needs are, regardless of whether they are autistic or not. read more

Autism isn't the only thing most autistic people have. For example, I have autism, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and asthma. That's pretty typical. The other diagnoses I have don't affect my ability to get around, so I don't need a wheelchair, obviously. But I do need stimulants, an inhaler, and periodic counseling. read more