Aspergers Syndrome: Adult Child
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Asperger's
Asked by L.B. from New York
on July 1, 2010
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What signs would I look for in a 12 year old boy, if I susupect mild aspergers?
My 12 year old son does not initiate activities with other kids, but he is social if...
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- I was just curious why your husband felt the need to be diagnosed? And since your son seems happy and has friends why do you want him diagnosed? How will that change e...
- Did you know that this is one of the symptoms of heavy metal poisoning? I'm not saying that is what your child has, but I am saying that toxin and poison is our envoro...
- My 5 year old son was diagnosed with high functioning asperger's syndrome when he was 3 years old. He too plays but does not initiate play. First off, you are NOT a...
Adult Daughter with Asperger's Syndrome
Asked by C.L. from Los Angeles
on April 13, 2008
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I am interested in families that may have a daughter with a mentally compromising disorder such as Asperger's Syndrome. Specifically, because my daughter is compromis...
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- Dear C., Although I haven't had any mental imparments--I was That Daughter!! Brainwashed and finally beaten beyond my own Mothers recognition! The man(if you could c...
- There is a young adult social group for Asperger's in OC. Let me know if you are in the area and want the contact info. Maybe the coordinators could give you guidance...
- C.-My name is C. and I work partime for a non-profit in OC. I have a one year old daughter. I know of a O.C. Asperger Support group that may help. The contacts name is...
Asperger's : Me Vs. School Officials - What Would You Do?
Asked by J.C. from Rapid City
on March 19, 2010
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I have a four year old daughter who has all the classic signs of Asperger's - refusal to make eye contact, weak motor skills, delayed speech, repetitive behavior, aver...
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- My kids are not in school yet but are based on my experience as a case manager. I would try and work with the school as best you can but I would also get a notebook o...
- i would have her tested outside the school system..so its documented with the state-or proffessionals that can back you up-it could be something totally different.i he...
- I would think you would have had your peditrician look into this when you first realized there was a problem 2 years ago. Is there a local agency that deals with sp...
Advice with Asperger's Syndrome
Asked by A.M. from San Francisco
on July 22, 2008
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My son Dominic has been having some difficulties at school and home and I took him for an evaluation through our HMO Kaiser for ADD or OCD and the Child Psychiatrist t...
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- As a mother of an Asperger's adult child I can sincerely sympathize! Believe me, you are LUCKY that your child was not born 20 years ago when they knew nothing about A...
- Hello, I am a former pre-k special education teacher. I stopped teaching when I had my first daughter in August 2006. I am not sure why you are on an 8 month waitin...
- Hi, Its like going through a maze to find out whats going on and what services your son can receive. There is a fantastic group, www.php.com, its parents helping par...
Asperger Daughter, No Play Dates!
Asked by S.J. from Sacramento
on January 6, 2011
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Hello,
My 8 year old daughter has Apserger's. This is not known to the parents of kids in her class, as we are new to the area. She has her personality quirks (obviou...
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- Below is some information from the Aspergers group at Parents Helping Parents. You might already know about them. Its a great organization. SInce you work, does y...
- I have a daughter with Asperger's as well. In elementary school, she had no playdates and wasn't invited to parties unless the whole class was. We started social skill...
- Ohhhh this makes me want to cry...I am so sorry to hear that. I think your DD's class needs to be educated on her condition. I'll be she is a wonderful child and whi...
Asperger Syndrome and Auditory Processing Disorder
Asked by J.N. from Dayton
on June 3, 2010
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My 8 yr old son will be tested son for both. I was wondering what other moms noticed different about there child with either of these problems. And any good question...
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- I have an 8 year old son with Aspergers who was diagnosed at age 4 1/2. Is your son being tested by a Developmental Pediatrician? If so they will probably guide you ...
- My 6 year old daughter was diagnosed with Asperger's when she was 4.5 years old. We suspect she might have auditory processing disorder as well and will get assess for...
- Hi- Here are a couple of sites that have general info for both diagnoses: http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/asperger/detail_asperger.htm (aspergers) http://www.the...
Worried About 18 Year Old Son
Asked by K.M. from Houston
on September 10, 2008
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Hopefully someone can help me.....I am worried about my son he doesn't understand life really. He is 18 years old and scared to go thru a drive through restaurant. He ...
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- K., First and foremost his he was diagnosed with ADHD and not taking meds, then that is your first clue! You may want to have him re-evaluated for this and possibl...
- My daughter was studying to be a counselor in college (she has changed to school teacher) and took a few psychology classes. The books explained different disorders- o...
- K., you should really consider having a physiatric evaluation done.If hes scared of going through a drive thru or to the bank to get his money, something has got to b...
18 Year Birthday Party Ideas
Asked by K.G. from Norfolk
on November 15, 2008
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My son will be turning 18 in aa couple of weeks. He is shy and insists he does not want a party. I would like to do something special since it is the big 18, any ide...
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- One time we rented a limo to take my daughter and a few of her friends to the movies. If you tried that, your son would not be the center of everyone's attention the w...
- When my younger sister turned 18, my other sister (30) took her to NYC for the weekend. Hopped a plane on Fri. afternoon and came home late Sun. Stayed in a hotel near...
- Our 12 year old daughter has mild asperger's. so, big parties are not an option. We usually let her choose a few friends, and we take them to the movies and then dinne...
My Twins Are Soooo Different!
Asked by D.J. from Charlotte
on February 28, 2012
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Heeeelp!!! I have 9 year old twin girls,( not identical) they have always been different starting at birth, one is very loving and loves to hug and snuggle, the other ...
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- I have an only who is 10. 4th grade is the hardest year. I don't understand why, but I have asked many parents in real life. Our kids all dislike school because it ...
- Of course your twins are different. They're two different people. :) There could be a number of things going on. Talk with your pediatrician. Hopefully he/she ...
- I'm so sorry for your struggles. I wonder if there is any chance the less affectionate twin might have Asperger's condition. In my understanding, folks with Asperger...
Moms Who Have a Child with Autism Spectrum High Functioning
Asked by A.L. from New York
on March 26, 2011
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Hi moms, this question is for you, moms who have sons or daughters with AS and high functioning. My son was diagnosed with AS, he is 3 years old, he talks and communi...
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- Contact Headstart and ask what therapies are available for him. My granddaughter has a form of high functioning Autisim. There are a lot of things you can do to make...
- Find a specialist and find ways to work with your son on social issues. I think AS means Asperger's? If so, no I'm not a Mom of an AS child, but an aunt. Socially fee...
- A., Our ABA therapist just told us about another family whose ASD child had his diagnosis "lifted" at age 6. This means that if that 6 year old walked into the doc...
