Children With Aspergers - Latest Comments

Re: Online Test for Aspergers and Mild Autism

Schoen185 — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 10:19:05 -0000

I am actually relieved to learn about aspergers, my entire life I felt "off" as if something was just different for me. As an adult my anxiety about changes in my routine has really reached a peek and after being diagnosed as depressed then ocd then later just general anxiety I actually found something on my own that makes some sense to me!

Re: Now You Can Improve Your Communication on the Autism Spectrum

steveborgman — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 19:27:45 -0000

Mary, thank you very much for your input on this subject. By the way, do you still have access to the paper? I would be glad to reprint it on this site with full credit to you! It could be very helpful to many, as you pointed out :)

Re: Now You Can Improve Your Communication on the Autism Spectrum

Mary Cavanaugh — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 14:24:17 -0000

This reminds me of a paper I wrote in the late 70's entittled "Nonverbal Communication." I subsequently received the opportunity to present it to a conference at the University of Montevallo. Writing this paper gave me a great awareness of how we communicate with our body and how very important eye contact is. I have often thought if I could get my AS daughter to read a book on Body Language this would improve how she interacts with her social teen world. Thanks so much for sharing this. This is such an important piece for kids on the spectrum.

Re: Autism Spectrum Jobs: How Employers Can Help

Systemsworker — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 23:57:38 -0000

I agree with Anewman. I have a BA and MA too and can't find work. I know from my experiences with those working in positions I am otherwise qualified for, that I have something to offer. Not only that, I know that too many times, I can do their job better than they can. Oh the irony. Where's that damn platter?

Re: What Everyone Ought to Know About Employment and Aspies

pennystocks — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 11:30:50 -0000

businesses: So why should you hire the ASpie geek? Because they are the ones who will solve the energy crisis," she said. With job coaching and the training of managers, more ASpies can enter the work force and do more than collect a Social

Re: Who Else Wants This Great Autism Spectrum Treatment?

Christopher — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 17:09:10 -0000

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Re: Autism Facts For Teaching Children With Autism Aspergers

Dave Lewis — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:46:00 -0000

Hi. My name is Dave Lewis. I am a Webmaster in Las Vegas, NV.
My wife and I have an autistic daughter named Mea.

I built this website to help her and other children with autism.
http://measlist.com

If you want, you can add your link to the "top" of our list.
We would appreciate any suggestions you might have.

Thank you for your time.
Dave, Anna & Mea :)

Re: Give Me 10 Minutes, And I’ll Give You Some Controversy

steveborgman — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:13:24 -0000

Sue, thank you for sharing your intensely personal experience with Aspergers, labels, and advocacy. I agree with you that the word "disease" can be easily misunderstood and used in harmful ways. I appreciate the words 'condition' or "neurodiversity" or "differently abled". Thank you for sharing.

Re: Give Me 10 Minutes, And I’ll Give You Some Controversy

SueByrne — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:28:53 -0000

I was one who wandered around, for 46 years, feeling that the rest of the world was "out there" somehow inaccessible to me, viewed through a wall of glass 20 feet deep but crystalline in transparency. Only with the diagnosis of my daughter did I realize her diagnosis fit me, and then my life made sense. I cannot teach her everything she needs to learn, as I have many of the same deficits. But I CAN advocate for her to learn these things and help her find mentors. So, I am grateful for the label that liberated me from my isolation in the most important way, giving me the words to paint the boundaries of the issues, pulling the shroud off the mystery and revealing the practical tools I can use at my option to more fully realize my abilities, given the right support. It still feels overwhelming, and I also love the term "spectrum" that gives me empathy for the unknowable worlds of so many others now. But "disease" raises the hackles; it is to me a word that applies to physical deterioration. When applied to human capacities as innate as sociability and relationship and communication, the danger lurks that this "disease" renders some of us less human. It is therefore dehumanizing. It is therefore terrifying with potential for evil we have seen unleashed in Rwanda, Nazi Germany, and countless other dark episodes.

Re: Online Test for Aspergers and Mild Autism

Logic Puzzles — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:02:42 -0000

Cathy was a high functioning child with autism. Some people refer to her as a child with Aspergers Syndrome. Both terms are correct. ..

Re: Give Me 10 Minutes, And I’ll Give You Some Controversy

steveborgman — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 12:20:29 -0000

Lee, thank you for sharing your experience. You highlighted some important aspects of this discussion: A) Considering Aspergers as a difference versus a disability. B) Also recognizing that sometimes it can be debilitating in terms of social communication C) Unfortunately, these labels are sometimes the only way to get services, which highlights the need to advocate for individuals on the autism spectrum.

Re: Give Me 10 Minutes, And I’ll Give You Some Controversy

Lee — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:06:23 -0000

I've got Asperger's syndrome and I don't consider it to be a disability, more of a difference. It is however debilitating, and for that reason I'm classed as disabled by the state.

Re: Autism Spectrum Jobs: How Employers Can Help

anewman — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 12:36:55 -0000

On the "giving jobs" aspect I have to disagree, as a 30 year old with AS who has never managed to get a job but has a first class honours degree and masters. I would much prefer to be handed a job on a silver platter and be able to prove to the employer that I am just as valuable, if not more so than the majority of other employees. At that point even if the job was given as a charitable thought, I have proven myself and started working and earning money for a change.

Re: Online Test for Aspergers and Mild Autism

steveborgman — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 09:21:33 -0000

Robert, remember that this is an online quiz, and that it does not take the place of more formal testing by a seasoned professional. On the other hand, your score may warrant your further exploration on this matter. I encourage you to check out another article on this site: http://www.myaspergers.net/her...

Re: Online Test for Aspergers and Mild Autism

Robert The bruce — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 05:07:07 -0000

Oh dear... I just scored a 44 on that test (over 32 indicates asperger's characteristics).

Re: How to Navigate the School System

steveborgman — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 17:49:39 -0000

Sue, here is another response from a LinkedIn colleague:

"Steve, I would also suggest to go on wrightslaw.com. This is a wonderful website for special education law. Intelligence has nothing to do with what has happened to kids on the autism spectrum. This involves the nervous system and how the messages are being compromised in the way they are being delivered to the brain. They should be arriving in a synchronous manner but they are arriving at different times. This creates alot of dysregulation and slows down the processing speed. The brain is inflamed."

Re: How to Navigate the School System

steveborgman — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:38:37 -0000

Sue, I received this response from a consultant in California:
"Here is a list of categories that warrant an IEP... from the state of CA. We are under a category that will last until my child is 8 years old called "Delayed Speech." We out grew that classification a few years ago but in the future we will continue to stay on an IEP from spectrum issues. I would talk close to the professionals that you work with including your Dr.'s and your state advocate. Every state is mandated to have an agency that is apart from the schools to help parents w/ disabilities get through the maze at school to get help w/ their IEP, 504's, etc... Good Luck! Oh... on the list below.. a professional outside of school can give you something in writing for the school to consider accepting one of the categories below... they may accept it entirely or test in concert w/ your people.
* autism or autistic-like behaviors
* deaf-blindness
* deafness
* emotional disturbance
* hearing impairment
* mental retardation
* multiple disabilities
* orthopedic impairment
* other health impairment
* specific learning disabilities
* speech or language impairment
* traumatic brain injury
* visual impairment including blindness "

Re: How to Navigate the School System

steveborgman — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 11:07:07 -0000

Sue, can you tell me a little more? I would think that, with a 504, there might be a teacher who serves as his case manager, and that should include extra tutoring, I would think. Does he have a specific diagnosis? If so, let me know, because that can be helpful in letting you know what you can request. Also, does he see a therapist or psychiatrist? If so, that professional can also give you guidance with your 504 plan. Keep me posted.

Re: How to Navigate the School System

Sue — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 22:09:40 -0000

My son is 8 years old and only has a 504 at school, (they allow him to get up and walk around) I have tried to get him his own aide, tutor, anything to help him and I keep being told : He doesnt qualify because he is not failing academically. Any suggestions? Homework is a long stessful process at home and I cant afford a private tutor.

Re: Dating and Asperger’s: Asking Someone Out on a Date

steveborgman — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 10:01:18 -0000

Traci, thanks for your input. I have not had the opportunity to see the Adam film. I have watched clips of a similar movie called Mozart and the Whale. I'll have to keep my eyes open for the Adam film.

Re: Dating and Asperger’s: Asking Someone Out on a Date

Traci — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 20:41:42 -0000

this is a very good article and reminded me of this great movie i just watched, Adam, and it made me think, wow! i would find somebody with asperger's to be at the right level i personally connect

Re: Dating and Asperger’s: Asking Someone Out on a Date

steveborgman — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 10:29:53 -0000

glad you enjoyed it! I'm honored to have Germany included in my locations for readers for this blog. As you can guess from my name, I have some German in my background :)

Re: Dating and Asperger’s: Asking Someone Out on a Date

dating — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 23:47:45 -0000

that's my opinion too! really well written article...i bookmarked your blog. greetings from germany

Re: Dating and Asperger’s: Asking Someone Out on a Date

steveborgman — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 08:55:20 -0000

Julie, so glad you enjoyed this post. It's a tough subject to write about, because I know so many individuals have been discouraged with their experience of dating. However, I believe that, as many more people are educated about AS, they become more accepting of some of the differences that individuals with AS have. Therefore, they may be more able to overlook any social awkwardness, if the person is sincere in their efforts to communicate.

Re: Dating and Asperger’s: Asking Someone Out on a Date

julie — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:35:15 -0000

This was some great information and social skill building as well... Thanks for sharing. :)