World Population: Mild Autism

mild autism: Autism is a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties in communicating, emotional detachment and rigid or repetitive behaviour. But some people with mild autism can perform complex mathematical tasks much better than the average population. , according to Winnipeg Free Press. An estimated one per cent of the world population has a form of autism and the company wants to reflect that in its 65,000-strong workforce, spokesman Hilmar Schepp told The Associated Press. BERLIN - German software giant SAP AG said Tuesday it plans to recruit people with autism to take make full use of their talents to process information. "SAP sees a potential competitive advantage to leveraging the unique talents of people with autism, while also helping them to secure meaningful employment," the Walldorf, Germany-based software maker said. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.