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FAQ - asperger syndrome
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Who here knows someone who has diagnosed Asperger's Syndrome?

I have diagnosed OCD, ADHD, and Asperger's Syndrome. Making friends in person is hard. I am 18 and most of my friends are old enough to be my grandparents.

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I have Asperger's syndrome myself. I suspect that my husband has it too, but he has not been officially diagnosed. (+ info)

What tests can be done for Asperger syndrome?

how to now if it Asperger syndrome what are the main prolims what test can be done?

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Hello,

First, check out my website, which will give you a bunch of information about Asperger syndrome:

http://www.sensoryintegrate.com

Then, I also found something called the AQ test, which isn't a diagnostic, but will give you an idea. You can find that on the following sites:

http://www.wired.com/wired/archive/9.12/aqtest.html

http://www.okcupid.com/tests/take?testid=1982215450153908026

As far as anything else, I would say an evaluation from a qualified psychologist, even psychiatrist, who may or may not have tests they give you. I think an Asperger diagnosis is best done by someone who is very familiar with it, and knows what sorts of things to look for, and what kinds of questions to ask.

Good Luck!

Jessica
http://www.sensoryintegrate.com (+ info)

Can you be forced to take medication for Asperger's Syndrome?

I read somewhere they can only force medicate you if you are going to harm yourself or harm others.

In that case they shouldn't be able to force medicate someone with Asperger's syndrome right?

I went to a lawyer and they are like, errr.

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No. Asperger's syndrome is not in the category of psychological conditions that can cause a person to be held against their will in a psychiatric facility or hospital on a 5150 or 5250 hold. Only on these holds can a person be given medications against their will, and even then there are strict controls on what can and what can not be given.

There is no reason that anyone should be medicated for Asperger's syndrome against their will. In fact, most of those who have Asperger's can be counseled to take their medication using only empirical evidence, and that medication is usually for co-morbid conditions, not for the Asperger's syndrome itself. (+ info)

How to deal with a college classmate who has Asperger's syndrome?

I have a college classmate who has Asperger's. She frequently butts right into conversations and says, "So what are you guys talking about?" She also comes up to me (and others) and starts talking about completely random things. Oftentimes she neglects to give the subject of her monologue, leaving me to hold up my hands and say "Whoa whoa whoa, what/whom are you talking about?"

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be patient, is more difficult for them then it is to you. I also have a student who suffers from asperger;s in my class. Just stick it out until the course is over and try to be nice, you might feel better inside. (+ info)

Asperger Syndrome Diagnosis: How long does the process take to be diagnosed for Aspberger's Syndrome?

I am an adult male who was told by a healthcare professional that it would be wise to seek a formal diagnosis for Aspberger's Syndrome. In seeking this diagnosis, I consulted a large University Personality Disorder program. Although it took several months to get an appointment for an interview and testing, and it was very expensive, it seemed worth the wait and non-insurable expense. The Doctor provided me with a "provisional diagnosis" of Aspberger's Syndrome, but details of this diagnosis were to be disclosed with my results report, within five weeks. The Doctor was quick to offer me enrollment in some of the University's group therepy sessions, for an additional fee, but other than this "provisional diagnosis" no results have yet been delivered. It has been over three months since I had this testing, and despite several reminders to this Doctor, I have not yet received any results. Is this typical? How long should the results of such a diagnosis report take?
Is it wise for me to hold off on spending any more money with this University on any of the other programs that they offer, until they deliver the original report/diagnosis that I already paid for?

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Hi Curious:

Well you have been patient and you deserve your medical records such as they have. If they were promises in a month, then the month is up long ago and the results must be supplied to you, NOW.

If the distance is close and you van go to the university in person and speak to the MD about obtaining your results and not leaving (nicely) till you get them, then that is what I would do.

You have invested your money, time and emotional health past and present for these results and the university has received what they wanted also, payment for services rendered and research testing results. What is fair is fair, what is right is right.

For a diagnosis of Aspergers, it can take lots of time, mostly foir a child as there is no history to go by. To diagnose an adult as an "Aspie" or a diagnosis of Aspergers is much easier and shorter in time length than a child as being an adult you are able to answer questions on your social/educational history.

From what you have written, it appears to me that you have spend more than enough time and then the additional time, money, emotions with the university. You should have a diagnosis by now. Since the university MD has stated that you have a "provisional" diagnosis at this time, then odds are that it is a positive diagnosis as it is unusual that a provisional diagnosis be given with out substantial reasonings and results. But keep fighting and demand that report as I am sure there will be information in there that your treating MD would welcome to have.

Be safe and be well (+ info)

For people who have Asperger's Syndrome: How do you handle stress?

Having Asperger's myself, I'm learning how to be more responsible for my emotions and actions.

I was just curious, how you Aspies handle it? How do you control yourself not to have too much confusion that would cause meltdowns and such.

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Fixate on one thing . I was always obsessed with how different electronics work .When i was a kid I always got into trouble for taking apart stuff that was electronic .Now I use this obsession at work troubleshooting and repairing high voltage control circuits.I have problems focusing on anything I cant fixate 100 percent of my attention on (+ info)

For people who have Asperger's Syndrome: How do you handle stress?

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I usually try to avoid getting too stressed in the first place if at all possible. I know what kinds of things stress me a lot or upset me, so I try to not put myself into such situations if I can possibly avoid it. If I can't avoid the situation altogether, then I try to not let the stress get overwhelming at least. When I feel stress building up, I try to go to some quiet place (a bathroom for example) to have a moment by myself to calm down and get a little break from the stressful place/situation. At work when the noise becomes stressful for me, I put in my earphones and listen to my favorite music.

After the stressful situation is over, I make sure to give myself time to relax and do something I enjoy.

If something unexpected happens that confuses me, upsets me or stresses me to the point I'm not sure if I can handle it, I try to remove myself from the situation as soon as possible and be alone somewhere and let my frustration out. Sometimes I'll rock back and forth to calm myself, sometimes I'll cry, sometimes I'll write down everything that's on my mind or the way I feel, just to get it out of my system, sometimes I'll listen to music that has helped me calm down in the past.

I feel that those things help me, but first and foremost I need to be left alone when I'm feeling overwhelmed. (+ info)

What would you like to ask?How do I get an Adult diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome?

i think i may have asperger.s syndome. i been reading a lot on it and i think now i had it for years so how do i get a diagnosis what tests can be done?

what are the most prolims with Asperger's syndrome?

please help thanks

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I have Asperger's myself. It's a sort of autism; but because it wasn't defined in the DSM until 1994, and because Aspies have passably normal speech development and 70+ IQs, it can be missed. If you were older than about twelve in 1994, it's actually likely that it was missed... women and minorities are also less likely to get a diagnosis (the stereotypical Aspie is a white male).

First of all, you might ask yourself: Do I actually want a diagnosis? See, plenty of undiagnosed Aspies do just fine; and the benefits of diagnosis are limited for those people.

Why you might want a diagnosis:
--You need to know whether you're an Aspie, for peace of mind
--You have another mental-health issue (anxiety and depression are the most common ones) and you need your counselor to know that you think differently
--Your grades or work performance are suffering because of AS-related issues (or you can't keep a job, despite trying your best)
--You have problems taking care of yourself and need help
--You have interpersonal issues that can't easily be solved--marriage problems; problems with co-workers; etc. and need social-skills classes or marriage counseling
--You are extremely overwhelmed by sensory input or normal daily events

Why you might not want a diagnosis:
--The label "autism" is often frightening to an ill-informed public
--You would prefer that nobody know that you are "different"
--You don't want to be given psychoactive drugs (but remember, you have the right not to take them--and to insist that other ways be found. There are no medications that directly reduce Asperger's traits; if you get medication, it'll be for something else, like anxiety, depression, or uncontrolled anger.)
--You are worried about prejudice (I was fired from one job when I stupidly told my boss I'm an Aspie--she thought that meant I couldn't fix my mistakes)
--You want to go into a high-pressure career which usually excludes people with psychiatric diagnoses (examples: FBI agent, air-traffic controller, 911 operator)
--You're doing fine without a diagnosis, and anything you need to make your life better can be gained through studying and learning about yourself.

To get a diagnosis:
1. Go to your GP. Tell him that you are worried that your (*insert Aspie traits here*) may be holding you back, and that you have heard that they are signs of Asperger's. Ask for a referral to a psychologist who has experience with high-functioning adult autism.
2. Talk to the psychologist. Tell him the same story. You'll be better off if you can also offer childhood history, since AS goes back to very early childhood, being a genetic trait rather than an acquired condition.

You may get one of four responses;
"You have Asperger's."
"You have some Aspie traits, but you're not diagnosable because they're not strong enough."
"You don't have Asperger's; you have something else."
"You don't have any diagnosable condition."

The problem with psychologists (and why you have to find an expert) is that many of them completed college before autism became widely known, and thus have little experience with it. Adult psychologists are even less likely to be experienced, because the new cases are mostly still young people. (I got lucky--my psychiatrist, who diagnosed me at age 20 or so, has an Aspie son in college.)

If you feel that the psychologist you're talking to doesn't know much about AS, get a second opinion--it's your right. (+ info)

Is it true that Peter tork of the monkees has asperger's syndrome?

I have read on the internet that Peter Tork of the Monkees has asperger's syndrome and want to know if it is true.

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yes, it's true:
"Tork announced that he has Asperger's Syndrome, a mild form of autism, in a May 2008 interview"
http://www.astrotheme.com/portraits/5kYZ2k7amU3F.htm
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Do planespotters and trainspotters have asperger's syndrome?

I know a trainspotter with asperger's and he says that trainspotter are people with asperger, Is that true?

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No. Not all trainspotters have aspergers, I know plenty. (+ info)

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