Temple Grandin: Strategies for Independence | Move to Include

Focusing on strengths and finding shared interests are key to help young adults with autism navigate the challenges of middle and high school. Temple Grandin talks about how she was able to get through those years and become successful in life. 

Temple Grandin was nonverbal until the age of four. Today, she is a professor of animal science at Colorado State University, and one of the leading authorities on livestock facility design, as well as an autism awareness advocate. 

This segment is from Iowa PBS’s online series The Life Autistic, which explores the challenges and successes of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder at different stages in life and ranges on the spectrum. The series features various age groups ranging from the very young to the elderly, including personal profiles and interviews exploring topics relevant to each age group.

To learn more, visit the Iowa PBS The Life Autistic website.