Question 1

can someone explain adult aspergers syndrome?

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Social issues: It is an autistic spectrum condition and pertains to the higher functioning end of autistic spectrum. It primarily leads to social limitations and makes it difficult for the person to adapt to many changes. Because they are higher functioning, they can be successful in occupational settings but feel more comfortable in careers requiring less social interaction.

Question 2

what effects does aspergers syndrome have on teens and adults?

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Aspergers: First take a look at this video to get an overview of asperger's.  Then it will likely be clear.  Main issues are social difficulties and trouble with change and transition.  But it is all highly variable.  Hope you enjoy the video.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xg1ngp1ngds.

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

i need statistics on aspergers syndrome. how many people have it (children, young adults, adults). ?

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Not Well Established: The prevalence of Asperger syndrome (as) is not well established.  Experts estimate that as many as 1 in 88 children age 8 will have an autism spectrum disorder. No studies have yet been conducted to determine the incidence of Asperger syndrome in adult populations, but studies of children with the disorder suggest that their problems with socialization and communication continue into adulthood.

Question 5

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 6

what can i do to check if i have aspergers syndrome?

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Diagnosis isn't key: What you do is what matters. No magic rx. Key is learning not be be an unintentional jerk. Relationships are more important than being right. Say only nice things. Talk about the other person's interests. Immerse yourself in something useful to others (science). Get good at a strength / endurance sport. Apologize & say u r struggling to learn. Work hard to be kind to others, expect zero in return.

Question 7

how do i recognize correctly the signs of aspergers syndrome for a child?

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Get an assessment: The only way to get a correct diagnosis is to see a healthcare professional.

Question 8

do people with aspergers syndrome feel cold/chills a lot?

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Not particularly: However, some people with this and similar disorders notice environmental factors like noise, room temperature, lighting conditions to a greater extent that most people and may find them distressing to a degree others do not. If by chills you mean being distressed by a room seeming cold to you this would not be a rare happening for people with aspergers.

Question 9

doctors, what are the signs for aspergers syndrome in children?

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See an expert!: Most children with asperger's present a group of specific signs:  having repetitive and unusual behaviors; having ritualistic behaviors and pre-occupations (obsessions) with certain topics; difficulties "reading" social cues and difficulties empathizing (sensitivity to other's feelings); in general, difficulties relating to others.
Please, seek a specialist to diagnose this condition properly!

Question 10

any link between aspergers syndrome & hypothalamus dysfunction?

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Maybe: There were news media reports in the mid 2000's regarding oxytocin & aspergers. The latest definitive article i found, from mit & published 2010, indicated the lower amounts of oxytocin produced could be implicated in social awkwardness of neuropsychiatric disorders. But did not have a cause & effect relationship. The hypothalamus is the last common neural pathway for social interaction in mammals.

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