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Tints of Autism
An intimate portrait of three young adults with autism, and how they and their families cope.
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Mentally handicapped child voted out of class by fellow classmates, kindergartener...
Melissa Barton says Morningside Elementary teacher Wendy Portillo had her son's classmates say what they didn't like about 5-year-old Alex. She says the teacher then had the students vote, and voted Alex, who is being evaluated for Asperger's syndrome -- an autism spectrum disorder -- out of the class by a 14-2 margin... Melissa Barton says Morningside Elementary teacher Wendy Portillo had her son's classmates say what they didn't like about 5... more
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Video games linked to Asperger's syndrome traits
A new study has discovered that those who play video games for prolonged periods exhibit the same personality traits as sufferers of Asperger's syndrome.
Researchers from the University of Bolton examined nearly 400 gamers, questioning them about their video game usage. They found that the more time the gamers spent playing, the more likely they were to exhibit three specific traits of Asperger's: neuroticism, agreeableness and a lack of extraversion.
One of the researchers, John Charlton, suggested that people with Asperger's could be more susceptible to becoming video game addicts as it 'allows them to escape into a world where they can avoid face-to-face interactions.' But pointed out that it was "definitely not true to say that playing games can cause Asperger's syndrome." A new study has discovered that those who play video games for prolonged periods exhibit the same personality traits as sufferers of A... more -
Digital Interaction That's Good for Autistics?
"David Savill finds it hard to know if people are happy or sad. But in Second Life, members of the online community use smiley faces or angry signs so even people with some form of autism -- like Savill -- know what others are feeling. Now Savill has built his own area in Second Life where people with autism can come out of their shells" "David Savill finds it hard to know if people are happy or sad. But in Second Life, members of the online community use smiley fa... more
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Illustrious Autistic History-Makers
Autism can manifest in various ways and in various degrees, and Asperger's syndrome is more widespread than previously thought, and tends to affect more males than females as well as to be found among the most intelligent and creative people throughout History. It has its own and impressive gallery of prestigious geniuses. Autism can manifest in various ways and in various degrees, and Asperger's syndrome is more widespread than previously thought, a... more
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Autism + Amphetamines = Supergenius?
I have Aspergers Syndrome (an autistic spectrum disorder) and I remained undiagnosed until about 6 months ago,at age 33. I always knew I was different from everyone else and this bothered me intensely. I experimented with many different types of drugs (some illegal) throughout my life, in an attempt to appear normal. Right now, I am taking a cocktail of prescribed anti-anxiety meds, that are effective, to some extent. But, throughout my own testing, I have found that amphetamines, both legal and illegal, produced the most normal-like thought processes, over any other drugs I've tested. I attribute these results to the fact that, my thought processes can be best explained as; multipal TV sets, playing multipal programs, all running at fast forward, simultaneously. I am able to filter and pickup alot of the information but,I have difficulty maintaining concentration. The amphetamines allow me to pick up alot more of the information and, at the right dose, I can enter a super genius state,almost without equal. I've read that Albert Einstein had Aspergers', and I suspect that he used cocaine etc... to supplement his genius. In this day and age, he might not have become, the super-genius we all know. Remember, back then drugs were still legal and I'm 99% sure, he used them to his advantage. I just wish I could convince my psychiatrist to let me try some different types of meds. I think there is progress to be made, of which could help thousands with Aspergers', focus and prosper. Let me know your thoughts. Thank you and Godspeed!(pun intended) I have Aspergers Syndrome (an autistic spectrum disorder) and I remained undiagnosed until about 6 months ago,at age 33. I always knew... more
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Don't dismiss your child, friend or family member of just being shy. It could...
Please read the information In the link provided, it could be life saving, to yourself or a family member. It describes the symptoms of Aspergers Syndrome, an autistic spectrum disorder. If undiagnosed, it could lead to severe depression, even suicide. The severe depression comes from an unability to function socially, and the unability to communicate why, to others. I know how frustrating this can be because I have Aspergers Syndrome, and I remained undiagnosed until 6 months ago, at age 33, when I discovered this information on the internet. Until then, I had suffered with severe depression throughout my life and, I had considered suicide on many occasions. People with Aspergers have difficulty communicating and usually cannot describe their feelings or thoughts with others. This is how they remain undiagnosed! I had been seeking an explanation for my thoughts and feelings, my entire life, and until recently, had been hopelessly lost. So, if you have a family member, friend, or know someone who might be described as shy, withdrawn, eccentric, and/or uncommunicative, they might really need help. If they fit most/or all of the symptoms, in the link provided, they will be forever grateful to learn that they are not from some other planet, and someone else understands their problems. It could be life-changing. Remember, 1 in 150 people are born with some type of autistic spectrum disorder, and I know there are thousands that remain undiagnosed. Help someone today, they might not be here tomorrow. Thank you Jason W. Please read the information In the link provided, it could be life saving, to yourself or a family member. It describes the symptoms o... more
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This bit of information saved my life! Use it to help save others!
hi, I am 33 years old and have never had a date. I am a good looking guy, with genius IQ, and I have been approached by many women but, had to refuse,due to reasons that I could not previously explain. When I was younger (10-17), my parents told me that I was just a shy,eccentric child, and I would grow out of it. But,as I got older, the problems got worse. Social pressures dictated that, I was to find love and marry,like everone else. This was impossible because, I had severe panic attacks and anxiety, in any type of social situation. The biggest problem was that, I couldn't give others a good explanation of my problem. I resorted to, severe alcohol and drug abuse throughout my 20's, to cover up my problems and perhaps, to make my self seem less attractive to others. After being in jail 5 or 6 times, I realized, drugs were only a temporary fix, and I was always led to the same conclusion, that suicide was the only real solution. I new I was different from everone else but still couldn't explain why. Then, about 6 months ago I came across the description of a psychiatric condition called "Asperger Syndrome", which is a mild form of autism. (please, click on the link provided, then click on 'What is AS', located to the left, and read the description). This description provided almost every answer I have been seeking my whole life,and it was life-changing. I still have some panic attacks and anxiety but ,they are both diminishing over time, and someday, I may be able to join the rest of society and, perhaps find love. I think "Asperger Syndrome" needs to be brought to attention and I know there are thousands of others who are undiagnosed, like I was. They say that 1 in 150 people are born with some type of autism. This could prevent many suicides and give hope to millions world-wide. Please contact me if you want to hear more. My story is quite interesting and would be very appreciated by others like me. Also, I would like to meet others, perhaps significant others, like me but, I don't know how or where to do this. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you, mr.lonely-for-life, Jason W. hi, I am 33 years old and have never had a date. I am a good looking guy, with genius IQ, and I have been approached by many women but... more
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Human Spellchecker
Tom Court is autistic and suffers from Asperger's syndrome. After complaining to the editor of Game Master magazine about the 81 mistakes he found in the editorial, he carved himself as a proof reader for his favourite gaming magazine Tom Court is autistic and suffers from Asperger's syndrome. After complaining to the editor of Game Master magazine about the 81 ... more
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Asperger?s Syndrome Gets a Very Public Face
The "genius autism" is coming to your life, very soon.
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