The Raye Robertson article sounds really interesting. Did she follow any particular astrological philosophy or way of thought, or was she more scientific in her approach?
The_Rebbe
There were some earlier threads on this topic here, maybe someone should try and bump one or two of them. It was suggested that aspects between Uranus, Mercury and Saturn should looked at in charts of individuals wih autism - I also think some attention should be paid to the Moon. That is because of the often-repeated sensory disturbances and innate difficulties in processing emotions.
Having said that, nobody is really sure still about what 'causes' autism and I have heard some writers suggest that whatever causes it can take place well before the child is born. That could mean that autism will not show up in the chart, though it may manifest and 'use' certain positions in the chart.
Whatever the case, you do have two imprtant planets very sentsitively placed in your chart and involving yet another important possible in the difficulties you mention.
On your Ascendant, or rising sign, you have Uranus rising. You are in good company here incidentally, as Uranus is called the planet of astrology by some. It is also 'said' to be the planet of 'genius.' Uranus can bestow great gifts (Beethoven, for instance, had this planet rising, so, I believe, did Marie Curie) - it can indicate a sensitivity to the underlying codes and algebra of life: however, its effect can also create a great sense of separateness and alienation. It can also be hard on the nervous system - Uranians can be very jumpy and easily jarred, though I cannot as yet see if this makes any midpoints to, say Mercury and Moon.
I should say that not every Uranian may have any sensory issues at all - either way, it suggests that you will always need to do things 'your way' whenever possible and maintian a strong sense of independence and autonomy.
Your Uranus, however, is square Saturn in your chart, which is also on your Midheaven.
Whereas Uransus seeks freedom and autonomy, Saturn restricts and crystallises, whereas Uranus rebels, Saturn demands comforming, whereas Uranus rejects 'rules,' Saturn demands these.
Saturn can also indicate a great deal of inhibition and shyness, with or without, again, any sensory issues. It indicates a great deal of sensitivity too, to being accepted, not being accepted, and there may well be a lot of issues around being accepted by the group - ordinarily, Saturn in Aquarius at the top of your chart, with or without autisn or Aspergers, could indicate a 'lone wolf' where there is both the desire to make a contribution to society whilst not also being 'one of the crowd.'
This square also involves your Venus, which is the planet linked, next to the Moon, most with capacity for relating - here again, it could indicate a desire for intensity in your relaionships, but also the fear of losing indenependence.
Ultimately, it is hard to see the issues in your chart as exclusively about 'autism,' but about being faced with a chart showing up the life-long issues you will always have to work with: Saturn and Uranus. Tough and sometimes painful, yes, for anybody with configurations such as these; however, it is said that each chart is its own biggest problem to its owner - but also its own greatest solution. Somehow, you do need to find ways to relate to others within your particular levels of tolerance.
It is likely that you will always, genuinely be able to think 'outside the box' and you may excel in a scienific discipline especially.
Other things I notice is a strong Plutonic theme in your chart, with Sun conjunct Pluto and a Scorpio rising - this indicates a real capacity for detective work and a desire to really get to the bottom of things - your observations and understanding of other people may be more than what many other people may feel comfortable with - again, you may be in good company on an astrology forum. Uranus is said to be the planet of astrology these days, becuae of it connection with an understanding of Universla Laws - but just as many, it seems to me, often tend to have very Plutonic themes in their charts. There seems to be lazer-beam intensity to you, though it could be that his inensity may be so overwhelming that you may completely shut off - either sensorally, or from others. Here, it might be worth looking at what Pluto symbolises, as well as Uranus and Saturn - its affect can feel annihihilating in some cases, but it is a part of what this astro-geographical system of which we are a part, is about.
Finally, I see there is a close Moon/Mercury square in your chart. This may well indicae instatiable curiosity withinformation, but again, with or without auism, some difficulty in processing information. A bit like trying to ride a bicylce or walking downstairs whilst thinking about it - logic may interfere with insinctive programming.
The thing there, is that there are some heavy transits coming to your Moon-Mercury square - Unanus is coming to make a stansit square to it, whilst Saturn is also opposing it.
This is bound to lead to an increase in anxiety, so exacerbating any autism issues.
It is part ofthe times too - this disruptive insecurity, making itself felt within the ecomony, is affecting everyone. The Moon is ofen where you may fell most vulnerable too and even for people without autism, most people do not like oo much cahnge and trauma where it comes to things the Moon represents in temrs of home and 'feeling safe' - someohow, it will be important to get as much rest as you can and maybe not try to deal with a new and therefore sressful environment just yet. If there are some big changes that may affect your sense of security, then it may be a good idea to ask for more support, though this may depend on what support there is around already.
Jupiter is also transitting your Midheaven and Saturn - Jupiter may sometimes exaggerate what is already there and in this case, there may be questions around about your future: work, or about what kind of work you may be suited to. That is also, bound to be perceived as stressful, if there are questions about how you will survive and how to maintain your dignity in the professional world.
There are just some thoughts and ideas, anyway, which you are welcome to take on board or not, as you will.
