Also, what I believe to be a great benefit to people with autism/aspergers is this ''card'' you are provided with (if you want one, not everyone does because it feels demoralizing adding emphasis on their disability). Basically, in awkward situations like purchasing a train or bus ticket or at an appointment, you can show them the card which says you have this.... It may sound silly but for some people who really do struggle with autism and socialising it helps. This is in the UK, though so IDK what it's like where you are