Question 1

what are examples of symptoms of asperger syndrome?  how come so many people are calling themselves aspergers?

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Delayed Development: Asperger syndrome (as) is a developmental disorder that is characterized by repetitive routines or rituals, peculiarities in speech and language, socially and emotionally inappropriate behavior, problems with non-verbal communication, clumsy and uncoordinated motor movements, and limited or inappropriate facial expressions. As a relatively new diagnosis, it is often over diagnosed.

Question 2

what would the life expectancy of a patient with aspergers syndrome be?

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Normal exectancy: Individuals with aspergers disorder do not have any specific related conditions that would shorten the life span of an affected individual.

Question 3

we don't qualify for welfare, so how do i get my son help with asperger syndrome?

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Ask your Doctor: You can also look at asperger.Com you can find information. Your local school system special education department my youngest son has aspergers it is difficult  to find help but it is out there.

Question 4

what is the method which i can change my asperger syndrome so my work doesn't judge me?

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As perfects does not: Go away. The more you understand your condition the more you can help people at work understand your idiosyncrasies.

Question 5

are there any medicines that can cure asperger syndrome?

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No: Not at this time. There are various medications to address various symptoms or behaviors, but not cure the disease itself.

Question 6

how can you tell if somebody's child has asperger syndrome?

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Be Careful: Only a qualified professional such as a developmental pediatrician or a behavioral psychologist should after careful evaluation diagnose a child with asperger.In general they display behavioral rigidity, poor social interaction, understanding language in context, limited interests, repetitive behavior ie  hand flapping, and normal or above average intelligence.Little professor is the common stereotype.

Question 7

how do i recognize the signs of asperger syndrome in a child?

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AUTISM: Asperger syndrome is the most common. Starts in infancy or before 3 years old. Abnormal social interaction, delayed speech , repetitive ritual behaviors and  unpredictable mood changes.

Question 8

does the asperger syndrome have xyy chromosome?

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Asperger's disorder: There is no consistent chromosomal abnormality associated with asperger's disorder, either for males or females.

Question 9

confused at 60== think i have asperger syndrome?

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Need Evaluation: It would be unusual to be diagnosed with asperger's syndrome at age 60, because this disorder would need to be present on a lifelong basis. It would be important for you to make an appointment for a full evaluation with a mental health professional, preferably someone who is familiar with asperger's. If you are concerned about the recent onset of difficulties you are dealing with something else.

Question 10

i'm confused, think i have asperger syndrome. how do i know?

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Can't answer here: Not knowing your age or the behaviors that are worrying you, it's impossible to say if you do or don't have ad and, if so, whether you need to do anything about it.  If life is not working well for you, then find a professional who can review the problems and help look for solutions.  One thing:  you cannot "catch" ad; so, if your concerns are fairly recent, then that's not the cause.

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