When I learned about the Autism Support Program that Millie Gore, Ed.D., and her team at Midwestern State University developed, it filled me full of hope. Dr. Gore has devoted her life to making the world a better place for those with special needs. Through the creation of Initium House and the Autism Support Program, Dr. Gore has created a legacy and model that universities around the world will follow.

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, 10: Employment, Bethany describes the requirements that she has to get and keep a job. She also points out the best way for employers to give her work instructions.

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, 9: Dating, Bethany tells about issues she had with dating and how individuals with her disability can be more susceptible to having problems in this area.

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, 8: School, Bethany describes the problems she had in school with bullies, discipline issues, and problems fitting in.

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 7: Friends, Bethany talks about trying to make and keep friends.

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 6: Depression, Bethany explains how stress, brought on by abrupt change, frustration, or guilt, can lead her to depression.

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 5: Advice to Teachers (and Parents), Bethany gives advice to teachers and parents on how to interact with individuals with learning differences like hers.

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 4: Conversation Skills, Bethany talks about difficulties she has with conversation, such as fixating on objects of her obsession (horses), missing body language, and problems finding common ground on which to communicate.