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YouTube channel is attracting thousands interested in Asperger's syndrome.
A GISBORNE woman with Asperger’s Syndrome wants to help other people with the condition to cope with the challenges it imposes, by accessing them through her YouTube channel.
Antonia Robinson, 24, was diagnosed with Asperger’s at four and has since learned a lot about how to live with the condition.
“I was very quiet growing up, but was always told I was very intelligent and I was picked on for being too soft and a know-it-all.
“I went through my teen years on a roller-coaster and went into adulthood feeling split. Then I came to a decision that I wanted to help those who have Asperger’s syndrome or autism and help with day to day living. But I didn’t know how. Then I figured YouTube.”
She set up a YouTube channel last year called SmileEachDay, where she discusses topics like depression and sound sensitivity, and runs Q and A sessions for people who need advice.
“I have experienced a lot in my life and I know that I can help a ton of people who have the same condition as I do, and maybe I might learn a couple of things from them too.”
Questions asked previously include ‘Did you feel like you were the only one who thought the way you did when you were growing up?’
“I want to answer them all and make those who have autism or Asperger’s smile.”
She has close to 100 subscribers and her channel has attracted thousands of viewers.
SOURCE: http://gisborneherald.co.nz/localnews/2157867-135/woman-spreads-aspergers-message-through-youtube
YouTube channel is attracting thousands interested in Asperger's syndrome.
A GISBORNE woman with Asperger’s Syndrome wants to help other people with the condition to cope with the challenges it imposes, by accessing them through her YouTube channel.
Antonia Robinson, 24, was diagnosed with Asperger’s at four and has since learned a lot about how to live with the condition.
“I was very quiet growing up, but was always told I was very intelligent and I was picked on for being too soft and a know-it-all.
“I went through my teen years on a roller-coaster and went into adulthood feeling split. Then I came to a decision that I wanted to help those who have Asperger’s syndrome or autism and help with day to day living. But I didn’t know how. Then I figured YouTube.”
She set up a YouTube channel last year called SmileEachDay, where she discusses topics like depression and sound sensitivity, and runs Q and A sessions for people who need advice.
“I have experienced a lot in my life and I know that I can help a ton of people who have the same condition as I do, and maybe I might learn a couple of things from them too.”
Questions asked previously include ‘Did you feel like you were the only one who thought the way you did when you were growing up?’
“I want to answer them all and make those who have autism or Asperger’s smile.”
She has close to 100 subscribers and her channel has attracted thousands of viewers.
SOURCE: http://gisborneherald.co.nz/localnews/2157867-135/woman-spreads-aspergers-message-through-youtube
