Resources and Services for Adults with Autism<\/a>.<\/p>\nEven if you can’t find a paying job, I would suggest seeing if there are things you can volunteer to do on a regular basis. Getting out of the house and accomplishing tasks would help improve your mental outlook.<\/p>\n
But back to your original question, God doesn’t throw anyone away. He looks at your growth and your efforts. Put God always first in your life. Use the Bible as a guide to making decisions and you will do well.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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