Question 1

what are the symptoms of asperger s syndrome in youth?

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Autism spectrum D/O: Significant difficulties on social interaction, restricted of repeat stove pattern of behavior and interest , with reservation of linguistic and cognitive development.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of aspergers syndrome?

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Asperger's: Asperger's is a type of developmental disorder related to autism.  In it there are problems with social skills; difficulty initiating and maintaining conversation; odd or repetitive behaviors; unusual preoccupations or rituals; coordination problems; limited range of interests; highly skilled in a particular area like music, math, or computers.

Question 3

what are the symptoms for aspergers syndrome in an adult, say 25-30 years old?

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Delayed Development: Asperger syndrome (as) is characterized by repetitive routines or rituals, peculiarities in speech and language, socially and emotionally inappropriate behavior, problems with non-verbal communication, and limited or inappropriate facial expressions. Adults can overcome some of these symptoms but usually still struggle with social situations and with relationships.

Question 4

how can i live a good life with aspergers syndrome before symptoms get severe?

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Life with Aspergers: Live a good life now and in the future.  It's not that symptoms get severe.  It's about continuing to understand yourself and fill out those parts of your life that are difficult with support and skill building.  Self-awareness is the key.  http://youtu.be/xg1ngp1ngds.

Question 5

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 6

is there something more i can do to remedy my depression and insomnia symptoms? (i happen to have aspergers syndrome)

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Psychaitry: and psychotherapy will be helpful . Multiple medications are available foer the treatment of depression and insomnia. Get help and counseling, ASAP.

Question 7

my fiancee has symptoms of aspergers syndrome, would adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) do anything for him?

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Unknown: No medication is know to help with asperger's disorder; but, if he also has symptoms of adhd--poor focus, short attention span, restlessness--then a stimulant might help with those symptoms.  Be warned, though:  some with autism and related disorders respond quite negatively to stimulants, growing agitated and irritable.

Question 8

can you die from aspergers syndrome?

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Asperger's disorder: There is no associated disorders associated with asperger's disorder that would shorten a person's life expectency.

Question 9

how do you treat aspergers syndrome?

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Asperger's : The patient should get a comprehensive evaluation. This should include psychological testing and cognitive testing. It should also include physical and and occupationa and spech evaulations especially if it is for a child in school. You may need a psychiatirc part for medication. The pateint will probably need individual counseling,  group therpay, social skills training, and the above.

Question 10

could anybody have aspergers syndrome?

Accepted Answer

No: It is a developmental disorder that is life-long. You cannot come down with it later in life. Best wishes.

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