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Autism and Bullies

Stephanie Pappas of LiveScience wrote and excellent article that is troubling at times to consider. The majority of students in my school have Autism, Asperger Syndrome or other developmental disorders. However, whe…
My Response to “I wish I didn’t have Asperger’s” #AutismPositivity2012

A couple of weeks ago, someone somewhere googled the phrase “I Wish I Didn’t Have Aspergers”. The phrase popped up in a blogging dashboard and struck the blogger as being particularly sad. She wished…
How it feels to have Asperger's Syndrome

I can totally relate to the following video from Asperger’s Sadie on twitter. I am married for 19 years, but: I have no real friends other than my wife I do not get people I do not know how to play the game I c…
Asperger's Syndrome and the DSM-V Changes

There have been several articles in the mainstream media saying that people with Asperger's Syndrome are against the DSM-5 changes, which will get rid of the individual autism spectrum diagnoses, and just call everyone…
Obsessive Special Interests in Children with Aspergers Syndrome

Special interests are great but sometimes pose a problem! Its fantastic when your child diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome has a special interest, one he/she can focus positive attention, gain enjoyment from…
Outing the ASD to the Family

It is a pleasure today to introduce a special guest poster: Amanda from Diary of a Mad Cow. ______________________________________________________________________ Last year, my eight year old was officially diagnosed w…
I'm First...Or Last?

While at the store yesterday, I got the last four boxes of Chicken Carbonara for Emily. I'm not sure why I got a special kind of satisfaction, but I did. It's as if the shelf is now absolutely clean - and thus perfect.…
Tips for Coaching Kids with Aspergers Syndrome

As a Chicken Soup co-author I’m always looking for your stories to share with everyone else. Not too long ago I did a “call out” to my members asking for heartwarming stories and was overwhelmed with…
Preparing The Aspergers Young Adult For The Social Challenges Of College

As older adolescents with Aspergers Syndrome prepare for college, many challenges await. The familiarity of high school and the routines of daily life have provided a secure structure for them to accomplish tasks and…
Asperger's is the New Black

Me about 10 years back. The other day on Autisable I saw the title "I Wish I Had Never Been Diagnosed with Asperger's" which caught my attention. Normally I'm unaffected by pity-party posts, but this one struck a nerve.…