An Autistic Kid with a Genius IQ

Ana is an autistic kid with a genius IQ. She also has a physical disability known as arthrogryposis. At 8 years old, Ana wants to become an astrophysicist and study space. Many people tell her, "You are too smart to be autistic!" but Ana wants others to know that a person can be both highly intelligent and autistic.

Follow Ana's family at @AMCPrincessAna

[rebekahnice]

I hope this girl never loses her confidence.

[fleshboundtobone]

She's 8 and she speaks more clearly than most adults I meet, that's amazing. Bright future for her.

[TARNISH_]

I have autism and a "genius" iq too and it was really interesting seeing this kid having a really similar experience with learning as me. Her mom is making an ASTONISHINGLY big mistake with the whole "she's so old soul-ish and mature". I'm so so so so glad my parents didn't make that and allowed me to experience my childhood fully (other people like teachers, mentors and guardians made my ego and self-perception enormous though and it crushes me), her ego is going to crush her too when she grows up, a really common occurrence when the people around you inflate it non-stop. Especially parents, I truly hope her mom realizes this.

[eileenkenney]

“I want it to be peaceful, and I want it to be nice. Why on earth would you stick a tag in my back.” - had me in stitches! She is so adorable and so intelligent. The advice on positive affirmations is incredible awareness of the psychology of the mind. And I love that she is not coddled and encouraged to try things herself before asking for help. Great child and family.

[SunsetBeauty]

I love how she giggles when you don't understand instead of being annoyed.

[praisethelils]

"Whats the best thing about being you?"
"Everything..."
This made me so happy. We all agree that everything is in fact the best thing about Ana. Loved hearing her story!!

[ljt]

My son is exactly like this. MENSA at 4 skipped young grades, was taking high School math and Chemistry in 3rd grade. Got to 7th and School district said they couldn't Meet his academic needs and enrolled him in college. He's 19 and a senior in University getting his degree in Physics research with minors in chemistry and Math. My son is Autistic, has super social anxiety, ADHD, and Clinical, depression. He has no friends and is insanely sad and depressed. all he wAnts is a friend yet his social awkwardness is prohibitive. I would trade some of his genius if he could have friends. massive intelligence is not really accepted in a society that values sports, drinking, gambling, and entertainment over academic achievement. My son was tested 3 times before the psychiatric and psychological tests indicated what we always knew, that he's autistic, and profoundly gifted. This story is so much like my son's.

[alejandrovallecilla]

As a Spanish native, made me really happy to hear her speaking that good and with 8 yo that's amazing, excellent questions during the interview congrats for being the excellent human being you are and bringing these amazing people you always interview in your channel. Keep the hard work buddy!!

[onexhim]

High IQ but still a little girl, nvr forget that, every kids deserves a sweet childhood. xx

[shortcurtas]

It got me worried to listen to her mother strongly saying she is so mature and stuff. Because she is not mature at all, and this can become a big problem later. Being able to retain and repeat lots of information can make a kid be gifted but does not make them mature. And you can tell by her demeanor and facial expressions how much she feels good and superior for saying "smart things" and the response she gets from people. I hope she can get to develope great social skills and emotional inteligence too. Kids who grow up thinking they are so much better than everyone else can experience horrible things in real life out there

[hollyberry]

I’ve seen this interviewer before. He is wonderful with the kids and treats them with respect and is interested in what they say and interacts with them as if what they’re saying is very important.

[julzrvso]

She is so lucky to have you as mom. She is so expressive, and bright. Good for mom for such wonderful support!!

[sjsdein]

She is so dang smart. Everytime you ask her "Why?" she laughs. She gets so excited to explain things. Such a great quality to have.

[ppeans]

I love that the dad brought up a career that is not a forced STEM path. A LOT of gifted children get burnt out from such expectations.

[phoenixhires]

Social Emotional Intelligence is missing here. She's showing off all of her skills: random science facts, the fact that she speaks Spanish, etc. I would really work on teaching her how to show curiosity about others, active listening skills, being humble, empathy towards others. Not just bragging all the time. If my child had a lower IQ but had a ton of compassion for others, I'd consider them much more "intelligent" in the end. I guess it's just different priorities.

[caterinas]

intelligence isn't everything in life, humbleness, empathy and kindness also really important

[felixsfriendthatgavehimthe]

As a late diagnosed autistic who was put into all of those “gate” and “gifted” programs without any real support, seeing that this little girl not only has her diagnosis but is also getting a lot of love at home is really heartwarming.

[voidmayonnaise]

I love how she corrects your Spanish pronunciation of your own name 😂 “It’s not Chris, it’s _Cris.”_

[SavacoreOTA]

I actually love this girl sm, I love her personality, she just acts so mature it’s inspiring. Her laugh whenever she finishes a sentence reminds me of my math teacher it’s so strange but cool. She definitely has a promising future.

[janetf]

For her mom to understand her so very well, she has to be extremely intelligent also.
What a delightful child she is.