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what is aspergers?

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Autism spectrum disorder: I found an excellent concise and very helpful explanation of asperger's  at the following website.Asperger syndrome - national library of medicine
www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov
asperger syndrome is often considered a high functioning form of autism. It can lead to difficulty interacting socially, repeat behaviors, and clumsiness.

Question 2

how common is aspergers?

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Read Temple Grandin: Excellent books are available.  Read thinking in pictures and the way i see it.  Also read the curious incident of the dog in the night time.  More intense would be oliver sacks an anthropologist on mars.

Question 3

can aspergers last forever?

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How long aspergers: Aspergers disorder is considered a life long condition.  However, with learning social pragmatic skills and reduction of anxiety, individuals often seem more like those with non verbal learning disabilities as they get older.  Key is to learn social pragmatics and how to control anxiety, either with cognitive behavioral training or with the help of medication.

Question 4

i think my nephew has aspergers?

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Maybe he does: There's no magic cure for Asperger's. I'm going to assume that Junior isn't just withdrawn and awkward because Dad's an ineffective model / teacher. Asperger's offers many advantages especially in the computer age. The key is getting guidance learning how to talk to people, read people, choosing a strength or endurance rather than coordination or ballgame sport, and achieving to be respected.

Question 5

what does having aspergers mean?

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Communication/Social: Aspergers is an autism spectrum disorder,  characterized by varying levels of impairment in social interaction (ability to read social cues) , social imagination, and language difficulties. It is hard to summarize in a clear understandable  way the symptoms of asperger's.  However, there are good online resources such as www.Aane.Org & nimh  aspergers page ...Etc. Check them out , they are helpful.

Question 6

what are the symptoms for aspergers?

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Social impairment: An impairment in social interaction with problems using non-verbal behaviors such as eye gaze. Can't develop peer relationships. A lack of social or emotional reciprocity. Repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, and activities. Keep in mind that many people have some symptoms of asperger's, yet do not have the disorder. Diagnosis should only be made by a trained professional.

Question 7

how to get diagnosed with aspergers?

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Find a therapist: Who specializes in aspergers. They will determine whether you have aspergers.  The tv show parenthood has been dealing with an adult who has turned to therapy after realizing hat he has aspergers. It is very well done for a tv show.

Question 8

how can i cope with aspergers syndrome?

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Many ways: Be sure of the diagnosis. You should be under the care of a doctor & therapist experienced in treating aspies. Take pride in your individuality. Talk to other aspies. See <http://aspergeradults.Ca/2010/02/is-self-help-effective-for-asperger-syndrome/> many aspies have unique abilities that can be capitalized on. Mostly love yourself.

Question 9

whats life like for you having aspergers?

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Folks with Autistic : Spectrum Disorder 1 struggle  with reciprocal social interactions in their daily functioning. Lack of Theory of Mind = inability to understand that other people may not think what you think, feel the way you feel about things or want to do what you want to do, Lack of facial recognition= inability to &quot;read&quot; others&#x27; expressions. Poor pragmatics = diminished turn-taking in  conversational skills

Question 10

how to know if i have aspergers syndrome?

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Seek expert advice.: The specific signs and symptoms of asperger's can be shared by many other conditions, with various causes.  It is very important to seek expert advice and expert evaluation to diagnose this condition with sensitivity and skill.  Please, find a neurologist or a psychologist with experience with this condition.

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