Aspergers Syndrome
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Asperger's
Asked by M.L. from Houston
on January 12, 2011
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If your child has Asperger's, when did you find out?
My second daughter has issues, and, we've often suspected her having this. We very much conform to her needs, do ...
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- Please get her tested as soon as possible. Schools can come up with appropriate services if they have and accurate diagnosis. The tests are just one more series of tes...
- I have several friends and relatives who have had their children evaluated. None thought the process was at all traumatic. They mentioned it was a long day, if all don...
- We went through this in my extended family. If there is a diagnosis, your daughter may qualify for services in her school that can really help her.
Asperger's
Asked by K.S. from Knoxville
on November 3, 2010
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Hello my name is Kaite. I have a 2 1/2 yr old who they think has Asperger's( a form of autism)... I have looked it up and just dont get it.. See he beats his head and ...
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- Aspies tend to be very very smart (ranging from bright to gifted to profoundly gifted), and also form loving relationships. It's "spectrum" but it's HIGH functioning a...
- There is a wide range of Aspergers. Many of them are very very gifted. They say, Bill Gates... is one. A borderline high functioning Aspie... and that he 'rocks'...
- I think it could be a sensory processing disorder. http://www.sleepnet.com/child2/messages/220.html http://www.upledgerclinic.com/sensoryintegrationcraniosacralthe...
Any Tips on Asperger's
Asked by K.F. from Stationed Overseas
on January 25, 2008
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My daughter was diagnosed with Asperger's last year. That was kinda it, the Dr.s were like yeah she has it. So even though I have I asked and "googled" I am kinda left...
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- Kirsten I am a grandmother raising an asperger child all his life. He is 12. My advice is read, read, read. Find a Dr./ counselor that you and your child really "...
- Hi Kristen, I don't know anyone with this diagnosis, but I would like to suggest that you insist on being referred to a German Pediatrician or Specialist. If the d...
- My husband's cousin has 2 boys with Asperger's and she actually helps out in the schools with children that have the same thing. She is very knolwegable on this condit...
Asperger Syndrome
Asked by G.D. from New York
on May 28, 2008
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My 5 yr. old has Asperger Syndrome (mild). I find myself losing my temper with him during busy times of the day because I run out of patience when he is hyper-focused...
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- G., I find that what works with my son (4, HFA) is to warn him at 10 minutes before he has to be done, 5 minutes, and then 2 minutes. It forestalls some of the mel...
- My 15 year old also has a very mild form of asperger. The good news is that he is smart, sweet, and wonderful. I had the same frustation problems that you describe. I ...
- G., What about joining a support group. Maybe other people who have a child with Asperger Syndrome have suggestions to help you. My nephew has Asperger Syndrome a...
Any Asperger's Moms Out There?
Asked by A.K. from Boca Raton
on March 14, 2007
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Hi all! My sisters 3 yr. old has been given a "possible asperger's" diagnosis with alot more testing to go.....she's in GA and I referred her to Mama source for her a...
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- Hello, yes my step-son was FINALLY diagnosed w/ Aspberger's a few years ago! Would be happy to share notes w/ your sister! L. ____@____.com
- Hi A.. I'm C. and the mother of two boys, Blaine is about to be 7 (has ADHD) and Devin is 4 1/2 (has Moderate Autism). I am a member of a group of parents of Autism ...
- an excellent resource is autismspeaks.com very active org that has put autism at the forefront of focus at fed. level; CAN merged w/ autism speaks; you will find lots...
Asperger Syndrome
Asked by M.S. from San Francisco
on March 25, 2008
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does anyone know of a support group for my 30 year old son for asperger syndrome. he needs to meet people like him. it would be great if he can find a local group to j...
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- Hi Cheryl - Please check out my website at www.evolibri.com. I'm a neurodiversity counselor in Palo Alto, and hope to start a new ASD group this summer. If you sign...
- Parents Helping Parents in Santa Clara www.php.com has a support group for Asperger Syndrome. Carol Gallegos PHP Asperger Support Group Facilitator Parents Helpin...
- Have you checked with Parents Helping Parents? Their website is PHP.com. Their office is in Santa Clara and they have support groups and hold informational meetings --...
Asperger's Syndrome
Asked by S.L. from Myrtle Beach
on November 15, 2007
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My son was recently diagnosed (Aug.) with Asperger's. I contacted the school district to attempt getting an IEP for him. They started the testing process and so far ...
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- Hi S. I have a 10 year old with autism. You have to stay on the school district to get them to do anything. You really do have to fight for any assistance in the cl...
- Call the guidance counselor and demand a response within 3 days. If you don't hear anything, call the principal and again demand a response within 3 days, if nothing g...
- Asperger's is a lot like autism but I believe people with Asperger's are almost always "high functioning" while some people autism can be quite the opposite. Your son...
Asperger's Syndrome
Asked by C.R. from Columbus
on August 22, 2010
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hi there
Just wondering what any of you Mamas can tell me about Asperger's.
I'm relatively sure my oldest son has this gift. he is very sweet with me, but not so mu...
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- Check out the work at the Institute of HearMath - www.heartmath.org - It has been helpful for Asperger's, not just for the person with it, but the family as well. If y...
- http://www.templegrandin.com/ http://www.johnrobison.com/
- Where in Columbus are you? I would say, if you have met one child with asperger, you have met one child with asperger! They are very different really. Since you...
Asperger Syndrome
Asked by M.H. from San Francisco
on June 27, 2008
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Hi Mamas,
My Godson's doctor is speculating asperger syndrome as what has been challenging him. He is a very worried, intelligent 5 year old. I have just begun re...
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- i work at Regional Center of the East Bay and my one suggestion is to have your godson's mom call us and speak to the eligibility counselors. because if he DOES have a...
- Hi M. - As usual, the Moms here have great advice -- Joanna knows about PHP because she works there (hi Joanna!) and it is the very best resource to start with here...
- My oldest daughter was diagnosed at age 9... She is on the mild side and only exhibits signs in terms of social settings. She is extremely bright (a college junior dou...
Asperger's Syndrome
Asked by C.B. from Chicago
on February 4, 2011
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My son was recently diagnosed with asperger's syndrome. We have him in a public school now, in a program for preschooler's with social challenges. I have read so muc...
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- I'm not familiar with resources in Indiana but in Illinois the Department of Human Services could tell you about support groups, etc. in your area. Autism Speaks is a...
- My son doesn't have Asperger's, but he has many of the same characteristics as he has severe Sensory Processing Disorder. My son is 3.5, and every day is a whole new ...
- Hi C.: One of my daughters is an Aspie - it's often referred to as a "spectrum" because it encompasses a wide range of behavior levels, so what it looks like for one ...
