A woman who was diagnosed with autism as an adult has opened up about the disorder - sharing the misconceptions people have and the hurtful comments she's been exposed to.
Helen Ellis, 36, had always struggled with social interactions but she wasn't diagnosed until she was 21 during her second year of university.
The diagnosis helped Helen understand herself and she adapted her day-to-day life to suit her needs, but soon she realised she was surrounded by people who didn't understand the disorder.
