Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. I am running the River Ness 5k to raise money for the National Autism Society. I guess most of you know that my eldest son has Asperger's and that there is a strong family link.

Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with, and relates to, other people. It also affects how they make sense of the world around them.

It is a spectrum condition, which means that, while all people with autism share certain difficulties, their condition will affect them in different ways. Some people with autism are able to live relatively independent lives but others may have accompanying learning difficulties and need a lifetime of specialist support. People with autism may also experience over- or under-sensitivity to sounds, touch, tastes, smells, light or colours.

Asperger Syndrome is a form of autism. People with Asperger syndrome are often of average or above average intelligence. They have fewer problems with speech but may still have difficulties with understanding and processing language.

The NAS provide information, support and campaign for a better world for people with autism. Read more here: http://www.autism.org.uk

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So please dig deep and donate now.

I am grateful for anything you can spare.

Thank you