Autism and Girls

Although autism has historically been considered a predominantly male condition, there is now a growing awareness that the condition manifests itself differently and more subtly in females. In many instances, difficulties with social communication can be subtler in girls and therefore may not always be particularly apparent in the school setting. This can certainly be the case when there are supportive peers or siblings in the school environment and when the young person responds well to the structure of the school day and likes to follow rules.