Asperger's - My Purpose is Bigger than My Fear | Gretchen McIntire | TEDxNatick

At age 23, Gretchen was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (formerly Asperger Syndrome) which motivated her to find her own voice and spark hope in those who feel alone. Gretchen shares personal and often witty stories of her travails and achievements. She is a children’s book author under the pen name Gretchen Leary, a speaker, and the Executive Director of a nonprofit called BostonCalm that serves those with Autism and Tourette syndrome. Gretchen is a children’s book author under the pen name Gretchen Leary, a speaker, and the Executive Director of a nonprofit called BostonCalm that serves those with Autism and Tourette syndrome. Her diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (formerly Asperger Syndrome) at the age of twenty-three helped her find her voice and inspired her to do whatever she can to spark hope in those who feel alone. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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