Asperger's Syndrome News: 2012-12-09

Saturday, December 15, 2012

Reports: Conn. School Gunman Had Asperger's Syndrome « CBS ...

Several people also told the newspaper that Lanza had Asperger's syndrome, a high-functioning form of autism. As CBS 2's Sean Hennessey reported, police were hoping Saturday that relatives could give them some clues ... via http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2012/12/15/reports-conn-school-gunman-had-aspergers-syndrome/

Asperger's dropped from revised diagnosis manual - seattlepi.com

Catherine Lord, an autism expert at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York who was on the psychiatric group's autism task force, said anyone who met criteria for Asperger's in the old manual would be included in the new ... via http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/Asperger-s-dropped-from-revised-diagnosis-manual-4083511.php

Asperger's syndrome dropped from APA manual | Q13 FOX News

SEATTLE- Big changes are on the way when it comes to diagnosing kids with developmental disorders. For the first time in 20 years, the American Psychiatric Association has updated its manual, and it will have an impact on ... via http://q13fox.com/2012/12/03/aspergers-syndrome-dropped-from-apa-manual/

UFO hacker won't be tried in Britain for U.S. crimes

LONDON (Reuters) - A British hacker whose extradition to face charges of accessing nearly 100 U.S. government computers in a quest for UFOs was halted on grounds he might harm himself will not be tried in Britain, the prosecution office said on Friday. Gary McKinnon, 46, who suffers from Asperger's Syndrome, has admitted hacking into Pentagon and NASA computers under the pseudonym "Solo", saying ... via http://news.yahoo.com/ufo-hacker-wont-tried-britain-u-crimes-182506071.html

NOT GOOD, Connecticut shooter was diagnosed with Aspergers ...

They said they had been told that the disorder was Asperger syndrome, which is considered to be a high functioning form of autism."" Excerpt from ... News articles also claim James Holmes had this disorder. I am getting ... via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt218130.html

Boy With Asperger's Lands 'Jeopardy!' Tryout - Disability Scoop

Boy With Asperger's Lands 'Jeopardy!' Tryout Disability Scoop A Colorado boy with Asperger's syndrome may soon go head-to-head with Alex Trebek on national television as a contestant on “Jeopardy!” Gabriel Harris, 11, passed a first-round online test to participate in the game show's 2013 Kids Week and has been ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFLPK07TpChhck-nrdxhr0O2M4c4w&url=http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2012/12/11/boy-aspergers-jeopardy/16926/

Does anyone reckon Adam Lanza was an aspie? - News and ...

Wrong Planet - Aspergers and Autism Community. ... anyone reckon Adam Lanza was an aspie? Post new topic · Reply to topic · Wrong Planet Autism Forum Index -> News and Current Events. Is Adam Lanza an aspie. Yes ... via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt218151.html

'Asperger's disorder' - Vitals - MSNBC.com

CHICAGO -- The now familiar term "Asperger's disorder" is being dropped. And abnormally bad and frequent temper tantrums will be given a scientific-sounding diagnosis called DMDD. But "dyslexia" and other learning ... via http://vitals.nbcnews.com/_news/2012/12/01/15605718-aspergers-disorder-being-dropped-from-psychiatrists-diagnostic-guide?lite

Asperger's not in DSM-5 mental health manual - Nursing Times

Asperger's not in DSM-5 mental health manual Nursing Times In the terminology of the DSM-5 - Asperger's syndrome would be seen as being at the 'upper end' of the autistic spectrum disorder (ASD). That means people with this type of ASD would normally have unaffected intelligence and language development, but ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFGHy7DHKd4vIZzJ--EOT88pSVlZg&url=http://www.nursingtimes.net/nursing-practice/clinical-zones/learning-disability/aspergers-not-in-dsm-5-mental-health-manual/5052637.article?blocktitle%3DBehind-the-Headlines%26contentID%3D4530

How do you cope with tragedy?

What happens now for families affected? via http://video.foxnews.com/v/2036647981001/how-do-you-cope-with-tragedy?

Report: Sandy Hook Shooter Adam Lanza Had Asperger Syndrome ...

I highly suspect it was the other “personality disorder” that drove him to commit this, not Asperger's. He was at the age when schizophrenia typically becomes pronounced. Via Breitbart: According to ABC News, Ryan Lanza, ... via http://weaselzippers.us/2012/12/14/report-sandy-hook-shooter-adam-lanza-had-asperger-syndrome-and-another-personality-disorder/

Newtown school shooter = Aspie? - General Autism Discussion

http://www.timebomb2000.com/vb/showthread.php?418885-School-shooting-Newtown-CT-UPDATE-27-killed-including-20-children&p=4661605#post4661605 "abc news talks of adam being troubled child with aspergers ... via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt218092.html

UFO hacker won't be tried in Britain for U.S. crimes

School shooting in CT - News and Current Events

Alex Plank · Aspie Affection · Terms of Service - You must read this as a user of Wrong Planet | Privacy Policy Subscribe: RSS Feed Wrong Planet News Wrong Planet Forums · Autism Rights Watch Asperger's is not a disease ... via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt218062.html

Asperger's out as US reframes psychiatric disorders

The American Psychiatric Association has voted to review its classification of certain mental disorders, turning autism into a single, all-encompassing category and removing Asperger's syndrome as a separate ailment. via http://sg.news.yahoo.com/aspergers-us-reframes-psychiatric-disorders-155407520.html

Gary McKinnon will not face UK charges - News and Current Events

No UK charges for hacker Gary McKinnon

British prosecutors said Friday that Gary McKinnon, a hacker wanted in the United States for breaking into military computer systems, will face no further criminal charges in Britain. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/no-uk-charges-hacker-gary-mckinnon-164027963.html

Friday, December 14, 2012

UK police say they won't charge hacker

British authorities opted Friday not to charge a computer hacker who waged a decade-long struggle to avoid trial in the U.S. for breaking into military computers. via http://news.yahoo.com/uk-police-wont-charge-hacker-151036295.html

The Winston School Celebrates 25 Years of Educating Students with Learning Differences and Announces Anniversary ...

To celebrate 25 years educating San Diego’s uniquely talented and learning-challenged youth, the Winston School in Del Mar is hosting a 25th anniversary dinner at the Del Mar Fairgrounds April 20, 2013. Since opening its doors in 1988, the school has educated thousands of students with mild to moderate learning challenges including autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia ... via http://news.yahoo.com/winston-school-celebrates-25-years-educating-students-learning-090233874.html

UK police say they won't charge hacker who infiltrated US government computers

LONDON - British authorities say they've opted not to charge a computer hacker who waged a decade-long struggle to avoid trial in the U.S. for breaking into military computers. via http://news.yahoo.com/uk-police-wont-charge-hacker-infiltrated-us-government-151357974.html

Asperger's diagnosis changes | www.WHEC.com

The term, “Asperger's”, which is used to define certain disorders in children and instead, children diagnosed with it will fall under the autism spectrum. It may not sound like a big change, but some families are worried they ... via http://www.whec.com/news/stories/s2854078.shtml

Wyoming campus killer blamed father for Asperger's, aunt says

A man who killed his father in front of a computer science class at a Wyoming community college was a "borderline genius" upset by the belief he had inherited Asperger's Syndrome from his dad, an aunt of the killer said Monday. via http://www.foxnews.com/us/2012/12/03/wyo-campus-killer-near-genius-at-odds-with-dad/?

Asperger's Won't Appear in Revised Diagnosis ... - ABC News Radio

iStockphoto/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) -- What has been known as Asperger's disorder will become part of the "autism spectrum disorder" in a major rewrite of the American Psychiatric Association's diagnostic manual, coming ... via http://abcnewsradioonline.com/health-news/aspergers-wont-appear-in-revised-diagnosis-manual.html

Holiday Tips for Families With Asperger's Syndrome Children - WebWire (press release)

Holiday Tips for Families With Asperger's Syndrome Children WebWire (press release) Children and teens with Asperger's Syndrome often face challenges during the busy holiday season because they grapple with social and sensory sensitivities. But if parents are aware of their children's challenges, they can help ensure their children ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFZNrPUpygHx6_g61oG4ilip4oEnA&url=http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId%3D166851

Asperger supports needed - thestar.com - Toronto Star

Asperger supports needed - thestar.com Toronto Star Last Friday at the Toronto YMCA, representatives from business, university, college, community agency and research came together in a powerful collaboration of advocacy for students with Asperger's Syndrome. Specifically the need for greater supports ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNE5O3n3ltigzgFEu5MKp4BRdbsdXw&url=http://www.thestar.com/opinion/letters/article/1302038--asperger-supports-needed

Tea Party thugs destroy black man's business - News and Current ...

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Could I have Asperger's? -LONG POST : Asperger's Syndrome ...

So maybe you just have a really mild case of it, or else maybe you have some lingering depression that mimics aspergers. Either way, the good news for you is that you're still young and have your whole life in front of you, and ... via http://www.psychforums.com/asperger-syndrome/topic102844.html

'Parenthood' Christmas Episode: Max Burkholder On Kristina's Fate ...

Below, 15-year-old Burkholder talks about Max's journey with Asperger's, Kristina's fate, missing his TV sister Sarah Ramos, seeing his TV mom smoke pot and that damn vending machine. Max has really come a long way this season. What do you love about playing him? I like seeing Max whenever he's in a social ..... Highlights is a new way to discover the most interesting text on Huffington Post! See All Highlights. +Highlight this! HUFFPOST'S BIG NEWS PAGES ... via http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/10/parenthood-christmas-max-burkholder_n_2273798.html

Bumetanide could treat children with severe autism or Asperger's syndrome - News-Medical.net

Bumetanide could treat children with severe autism or Asperger's syndrome News-Medical.net Although this therapy is not curative, it nevertheless reduced the autistic disorders' severity in three-quarters of the children. The researchers have filed a request for authorisation to perform a multi-centre European clinical trial in order to ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGdOKxZQRySHZhKuJuqdO0FtJeVyg&url=http://www.news-medical.net/news/20121213/Bumetanide-could-treat-children-with-severe-autism-or-Aspergers-syndrome.aspx

Geoff Nutting’s New Book On Becoming More Open To Others In God: Asperger Syndrome And The Enneagram Offers Spiritual ...

He proposes a more enlightened path to treating the disorder – Asperger’s may no longer be a distinct disease in the American Psychiatric Association’s 5th edition of the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” that comes out in 2013Castlemaine, Australia (PRWEB) December 13, 2012 Is Asperger’s Syndrome a disability or a difference? The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental ... via http://news.yahoo.com/geoff-nutting-book-becoming-more-open-others-god-061241473.html

Wyo. campus killer 'near genius' at odds with dad

A man who killed his father in front of a computer science class at a Wyoming community college was a "borderline genius" upset by the belief he had inherited Asperger's Syndrome from his dad, an aunt of the killer said Monday. via http://news.yahoo.com/wyo-campus-killer-near-genius-odds-dad-222052051.html

Asperger's classification to change in May - Daily Press

Asperger's classification to change in May Daily Press After a 14-year revision process, the American Psychiatric Association announced the final changes in its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, known as DSM-5, on Dec. 1. The manual is sometimes referred to as "the Bible" for mental ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHLUUeHGf9amsez1_ZgSsbzaogz2w&url=http://www.dailypress.com/health/dp-nws-aspergers-1207-20121210,0,335521.story

Conn. neighbor: Wyoming killer was upset with dad

A man who police say killed his father, a woman and himself in Wyoming on Friday told a neighbor in Connecticut weeks before the killings that he believed his father gave him Asperger's syndrome and said his dad should be "castrated" to prevent him from having more children. via http://news.yahoo.com/conn-neighbor-wyoming-killer-upset-dad-225825703.html

Aspies and Suicide. : Asperger's Syndrome Forum - Psych forums

Aspies and Suicide. Asperger's Syndrome message board, open discussion, and online support group. Moderators: Evol222, Grossenschwamm. Forum rules. 10 posts • Page 1 of 1 ... via http://www.psychforums.com/asperger-syndrome/topic102799.html

Asperger's Are Us - BU Today

BU Today Asperger's Are Us BU Today The group's comedy broaches the subject of Asperger's syndrome (defined by the Mayo Clinic as a developmental disorder that affects a person's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others), but the comedians are more interested in ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEYZuNUliRZcplIwLZJW1z7OcxIKQ&url=http://www.bu.edu/today/2012/aspergers-are-us/

AccessTech News: Holiday Tips for Families With Asperger's ...

Brian Tashima, author of "Secret of the Songshell"--a finalist for a 2012 USA Best Books Award that features a Teen with Asperger's Syndrome who has superpowers--offers tips for helping families support children with ... via http://accesstechnews.blogspot.com/2012/12/holiday-tips-for-families-with-asperger.html

Hillary 2016? - News and Current Events

Ron Fournier on His Son, Asperger's Syndrome and Two Presidents ...

Bookmark and Share. On CNN's Reliable Sources, Howard Kurtz talks to National Journal's Ron Fournier about coping with a teenage son who has Asperger's, their meetings with Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, and coping with guilt about fatherhood. ... The effect of the statement on virtually every news organization and tech blog was as lusty as the excited whoops of small children approaching a gift-laden Christmas tree. From ABC News (champion of all things ... via http://daily-download.com/ron-fournier-son-aspergers-syndrome-presidents/

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Ravi Shankar dies, age 92 - News and Current Events

Psychiatrists' Group Approves New DSM - Kaiser Health News

The American Psychiatric Association's new edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders will place what was called Asperger's as part of the autism spectrum. via http://www.kaiserhealthnews.org/daily-reports/2012/december/02/asperger-syndrome-dsm.aspx

Mental diagnostic manual drops Asperger's syndrome as a separate mental ... - Medill Reports: Chicago

Medill Reports: Chicago Mental diagnostic manual drops Asperger's syndrome as a separate mental ... Medill Reports: Chicago “ Asperger's syndrome” is dropped as a separate diagnosis in the first major rewrite in almost two decades of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. Previously, Asperger's was defined as a separate disorder from autism ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGYU80lhnEx7d7r4QUkLTZZlBjIsA&url=http://news.medill.northwestern.edu/chicago/news.aspx?id%3D213072

Asperger's Syndrome, other mental disorders officially redefined ...

Asperger's Syndrome, other mental disorders officially redefined -Mental health and Psychiatry news- ... Asperger's Syndrome, a disorder that affects social interaction, will now be classified as a form of autism. via http://www.health.am/psy/more/aspergers-syndrome-other-mental-disorders/

Asperger's dropped from diagnostic guide, hoarding ... - Metro News

Asperger's syndrome will disappear, while hoarding, binge-eating and a condition marked by frequent temper tantrums will be listed as disorders in the newest version of the standard guide used for psychiatric diagnosis. via http://metronews.ca/news/world/463989/aspergers-dropped-from-diagnostic-guide-hoarding-and-binge-eating-added/

Cats, dogs and Asperger's syndrome. Mamamia

This week, the American Psychiatric Association announced that the Asperger's Syndrome would be dropped from a psychiatrist's manual. via http://www.mamamia.com.au/news/cats-dogs-and-asbergers-syndrome/

Asperger's syndrome dropped from psychiatrists' diagnostic manual ...

New revisions to the diagnostic guide mean that Asperger's syndrome will be lumped in with other disorders under the label 'autism spectrum disorder.' ... MNN - Mother Nature Network - Envrionmental News. improve your ... via http://www.mnn.com/health/fitness-well-being/blogs/aspergers-syndrome-dropped-from-psychiatrists-diagnostic-manual

Move to drop Asperger's from revised diagnosis manual ... - CTV News

The now familiar term 'Asperger's disorder' is being dropped. And abnormally bad and frequent temper tantrums will be given a scientific-sounding diagnosis called DMDD. But 'dyslexia' and other learning disorders remain. via http://www.ctvnews.ca/health/move-to-drop-asperger-s-from-revised-diagnosis-manual-gets-approval-1.1062489

Asperger syndrome dropped from psychiatric diagnostic manual ...

New revisions to the diagnostic guide mean that Asperger's syndrome will be lumped in with other disorders under the label 'autism spectrum disorder.' ... MNN - Mother Nature Network - Envrionmental News. improve your ... via http://www.mnn.com/health/fitness-well-being/blogs/asperger-syndrome-dropped-from-psychiatric-diagnostic-manual

Yet another shooting. - News and Current Events

Wrong Planet - Aspergers and Autism Community. ... "We have a young lady in the hospital fighting for her life right now," Clackamas County Sheriff Craig Roberts at a news conference late Tuesday. Clackamas Town Center ... via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt217853.html

Asperger's syndrome dropped from psychiatrists' diagnostic manual - Mother Nature Network (blog)

Mother Nature Network (blog) Asperger's syndrome dropped from psychiatrists' diagnostic manual Mother Nature Network (blog) Asperger syndrome will soon be dropped from the psychiatrists' Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) of Mental Disorders — the guide for diagnosing mental conditions used throughout the country and throughout the world. Symptoms for the condition ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFkc3o2swnAQH_R4qEV8cLzGndgtA&url=http://www.mnn.com/health/fitness-well-being/blogs/aspergers-syndrome-dropped-from-psychiatrists-diagnostic-manual

New Asperger's Rule: 'What Does This Mean for My Son?'

Timing is everything. Less than three years after my son was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome — and just three days after I published a magazine article about his condition — the American Psychiatric Association dropped Aspies from the psychiatrist’s “bible.” via http://news.yahoo.com/aspergers-rule-does-mean-son-115439753--politics.html

National Journal's Ron Fournier Talks Asperger's, Family, Presidential Lessons On Morning Joe -- VIDEO

National Journal Editorial Director Ron Fournier stopped by Morning Joe on Tuesday to talk about his Dec. 1 cover story "First, Family," which details how he learned to embrace and come to terms with his son's Asperger's syndrome, partially through the guidance of George W. Bush and Bill Clinton. via http://news.yahoo.com/national-journals-ron-fournier-talks-aspergers-family-presidential-103424013--politics.html

Arizona sicko flies to Georgia to molest teen. - News and Current ...

Mental diagnostic manual drops Asperger's syndrome as a separate mental ... - nwitimes.com

Mental diagnostic manual drops Asperger's syndrome as a separate mental ... nwitimes.com " Asperger's syndrome" is dropped as a separate diagnosis in the first major rewrite in almost two decades of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. Previously, Asperger's was defined as a separate disorder from autism ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNH05OnTu4_xH0B_ZnF1k9-0GzvvRw&url=http://www.nwitimes.com/niche/get-healthy/newsletter-featured-mental-health/mental-diagnostic-manual-drops-asperger-s-syndrome-as-a-separate/article_fe3211dd-3224-59cc-8f75-4734a6e8f37b.html

Learning to Understand His Son's Autism, Discovering Federal Policy Gaps

Clinton Foundation/Nelson Chenault via http://news.yahoo.com/learning-understand-sons-autism-discovering-federal-policy-gaps-185108867--politics.html

Learning to Understand His Son's Autism, Discovering Gaps in Federal Policy

Clinton Foundation/Nelson Chenault via http://news.yahoo.com/learning-understand-sons-autism-discovering-gaps-federal-policy-183440102--politics.html

Change for Asperger's designation to benefit patients - WTOP

Change for Asperger's designation to benefit patients WTOP BALTIMORE - A decision to include Asperger's disorder within the autism spectrum is concerning parents of children with the condition but an area doctor says the change should benefit patients. The American Psychiatric Association announced the change ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGfIJMd9JefVjqgoUMfAyahRGRqPw&url=http://www.wtop.com/46/3148260/Change-for-Aspergers-designation-to-benefit-patients

Mary Ellen Coogan: Asperger's deserves its own label - Dallas Morning News

Mary Ellen Coogan: Asperger's deserves its own label Dallas Morning News Just when it seems the world was coming to a better understanding of Asperger's syndrome, the American Psychiatric Association has announced that it is dropping the term from the all-important manual that doctors use to diagnose patients with mental ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEYZNYlEN1RBADGcouzwXit97Fojg&url=http://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/latest-columns/20121205-mary-ellen-coogan-aspergers-deserves-its-own-label.ece

Asperger's to be eliminated as a diagnosis - WWLP 22News

Asperger's to be eliminated as a diagnosis WWLP 22News The American Psychiatric Association will incorporate Asperger's disorder into the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. A person with Aspergers has trouble with normal social interactions and ability to ready emotions. This diagnosis could make some ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFWZ6yfG8Db94YsBxvUvG32ujD7vg&url=http://www.wwlp.com/dpp/health/healthy_living/aspergers-to-be-eliminated-as-a-diagnosis

LEGO makes boy with Asperger's Syndrome dream come true

For two years, James Groccia, an 11-year-old boy with Asperger's Syndrome, had been dreaming of owning a LEGO Emerald Night Train set. He saved every ... I understand how upsetting this news can be. I realize that you ... via http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/338582

Nathalie Garcin: Asperger syndrome eliminated - CTV News

Nathalie Garcin: Asperger syndrome eliminated CTV News The diagnostic guide used by North American psychiatrists has been rewritten to eliminate Asperger's syndrome. Nathalie Garcin, the executive director of the The Gold Learning & Research Centre, says that the American Psychiatric Association has ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGqwcFePU8t87jAwIdQoV8gBWWs2w&url=http://montreal.ctvnews.ca/nathalie-garcin-asperger-syndrome-eliminated-1.1075144

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Asperger's syndrome dropped from APA manual | Q13 FOX News

Asperger's dropped from revised diagnosis manual - seattlepi.com

CHICAGO (AP) — The now familiar term "Asperger's disorder" is being dropped. ... And some Asperger's families opposed any change, fearing their kids would lose a diagnosis and no longer be eligible for special services. via http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/Asperger-s-dropped-from-revised-diagnosis-manual-4083511.php

Asperger's: Its Definition and Re-Categorization - St. Norbert Times

Asperger's : Its Definition and Re-Categorization St. Norbert Times The American Psychiatric Association (APA) has announced its proposal to “incorporate Asperger's disorder … into the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.” If formally approved, this seemingly trivial change would see the disorder placed under an ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNH4c5dX3il0MxF8dFnXgQ4whcQnQA&url=http://www.snctimes.com/features/asperger-s-its-definition-and-re-categorization-1.2967469

Boy With Asperger's Lands 'Jeopardy!' Tryout - Disability Scoop

Looking forward / motivations : Asperger's Syndrome Forum - Psych ...

Looking forward / motivations. Asperger's Syndrome message board, open discussion, and online support group. Moderators: Evol222, Grossenschwamm. Forum rules. 8 posts • Page 1 of 1 ... via http://www.psychforums.com/asperger-syndrome/topic102714.html

'Asperger's disorder' is no longer an official diagnosis - WBTV 3 ...

'Asperger's disorder' is no longer an official diagnosis - WBTV 3 News, Weather, Sports, and Traffic for Charlotte, NC. SITE SEARCH WEB SEARCH BY Google. HOME · Watch CBS Shows · ConnecTV · NEW! Mobile text alerts ... via http://www.wbtv.com/story/20261340/aspergers-disorder-is-no-longer-a-medical-diagnosis

'Asperger's disorder' being dropped from psychiatrists' diagnostic ...

Annie's Mailbox: Diagnosed with Asperger's in adulthood - Bolivar Herald Free Press

Annie's Mailbox: Diagnosed with Asperger's in adulthood Bolivar Herald Free Press Four years ago, I was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome after a two-year career ended in disaster. It was my mother who suspected what was wrong. It explained the problems I've had — no friends, no social life and the inability to hold down a job ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFGFEYcV4KSxtD3uZCfDG1xGyBcAA&url=http://bolivarmonews.com/entertainment/annie-s-mailbox-diagnosed-with-asperger-s-in-adulthood/article_4a88e55a-431b-11e2-9eac-001a4bcf887a.html

Asperger's out as US reframes psychiatric disorders

The American Psychiatric Association has voted to review its classification of certain mental disorders, turning autism into a single, all-encompassing category and removing Asperger's syndrome as a separate ailment. via http://my.news.yahoo.com/aspergers-us-reframes-psychiatric-disorders-155407520.html

Asperger's out as US reframes psychiatric disorders

The Winston School Celebrates 25 Years of Educating Students with Learning Differences and Announces Anniversary ...

Asperger's diagnosis changes | www.WHEC.com

Wyoming campus killer blamed father for Asperger's, aunt says

Asperger's Won't Appear in Revised Diagnosis ... - ABC News Radio

Different but extraordinary

QUESTION: Hello and good day. I'm Trisha and my daughter who started preschool a year ago was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome. The teachers noticed that she has problems with social interaction with other students. The developmental pediatrician said that this condition is under autism spectrum disorder. What exactly is Asperger's syndrome? Can they really detect the condition that early ... via http://ph.news.yahoo.com/different-extraordinary-045742173.html

A father's age, not a mother's, when a baby is conceived is the single largest factor in the risk of passing on new gene mutations to children and may help explain why childhood autism rates are rising via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/08/22/father-age-seen-as-crucial-to-baby-disease-risk/?

Simple EEG test can detect autism in young children, scientists say

Scientists believe that a simple brain trace known as an EEG may be capable of detecting autism in children as young as two years old via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/06/26/simple-eeg-test-detect-autism-in-young-children-scientists-say/?

Roche in deal to treat root cause of autism

Swiss drugmaker Roche plans to work with U.S. firm Seaside Therapeutics to develop treatments for autism spectrum disorders and fragile X syndrome that differ fundamentally from other methods by targeting their molecular basis via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/06/19/roche-in-deal-to-treat-root-cause-autism/?

Monday, December 10, 2012

Developmental Disabilities in the News: Asperger's Identity Crisis ...

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — The adult Asperger's support group, meeting over pizza last week, briefly debated the issue without coming to a resolution: What should they call their gathering since Asperger's — the diagnosis, not ... via http://disabilitiesnews.blogspot.com/2012/12/aspergers-identity-crisis-big-fear.html

Charlotte Psychologist Creates Asperger's Comic Book - FOX Charlotte

Charlotte Psychologist Creates Asperger's Comic Book FOX Charlotte Charlotte, N.C. - Max Gamer looks like any other comic book at first glance but you quickly find a much deeper story than good guys vs bad guys. "Max is basically a little professor. He knows all the dinosaurs, he loves the History Channel, fixing ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEPzX8ZhB-brJuRlu-nSkNmCFL-KA&url=http://www.foxcharlotte.com/rising/dereks-domain/Charlotte-Psychologist-Creates-Aspergers-Comic-Book--182780451.html

Identity crisis big fear - Albany Times Union

Identity crisis big fear Albany Times Union SCHENECTADY — The adult Asperger's support group, meeting over pizza last week, briefly debated the issue without coming to a resolution: What should they call their gathering since Asperger's — the diagnosis, not the condition — will soon cease to ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHlDN-O0zIK8GLIozzooYBb9ugz-A&url=http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Identity-crisis-big-fear-4103976.php

Wyo. campus killer 'near genius' at odds with dad

A man who killed his father in front of a computer science class at a Wyoming community college was a "borderline genius" upset by the belief he had inherited Asperger's Syndrome from his dad, an aunt of the killer said Monday. via http://news.yahoo.com/wyo-campus-killer-near-genius-odds-dad-222052051.html

Conn. neighbor: Wyoming killer was upset with dad

Asperger's out as US reframes psychiatric disorders

The American Psychiatric Association has voted to review its classification of certain mental disorders, turning autism into a single, all-encompassing category and removing Asperger's syndrome as a separate ailment. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/aspergers-us-reframes-psychiatric-disorders-191754884.html

Asperger's won't appear in revised diagnosis manual - WLS

WLS Asperger's won't appear in revised diagnosis manual WLS (NEW YORK) -- What has been known as Asperger's disorder will become part of the "autism spectrum disorder" in a major rewrite of the American Psychiatric Association's diagnostic manual, coming out this spring. Alison Singer, president of the Autism ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHXE5VZIfDaXyZb07V684cI0rKbfQ&url=http://www.wlsam.com/Article.asp?id%3D2586229%26spid%3D

Asperger's removed from leading health manual - Ninemsn

Asperger's removed from leading health manual Ninemsn American Psychiatric Association logo. The diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome is being removed from a key psychiatric manual used by health professionals around the world. Most exciting animal escape videos. READ: Most exciting animal escape videos ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHWhSywksCCQbsj2ZiZc9GXlTv-VA&url=http://news.ninemsn.com.au/world/2012/12/03/08/06/asperger-s-diagnosis-removed-from-leading-medical-manual

Asperger Syndrome: New Diagnostic Tool is the 'Autistic Spectrum Quotient' (AQ) - Guardian Express

Asperger Syndrome: New Diagnostic Tool is the 'Autistic Spectrum Quotient' (AQ) Guardian Express Asperger's syndrome will be dropped from the DSM-5, the fifth edition journal of the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. This affliction, which had previously been diagnosed alternatively as ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNG8MF8KHEqOI27q45j0h-puHT7c6g&url=http://guardianlv.com/2012/12/asperger-syndrome-new-diagnostic-tool-is-the-autistic-spectrum-quotient-aq/

Asperger's syndrome now a part of larger 'Autism Spectrum Disorder' Daily Sundial “The primary difference is that people with Asperger's syndrome do not have a history of delayed language development, and they usually have normal intellectual abilities and self-care skills,” she said. “ Asperger's syndrome is often diagnosed at a ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNH-Xs4FxrocwuffBmdXbbIJLp04Ng&url=http://sundial.csun.edu/2012/12/aspergers-syndrome-now-a-part-of-larger-autism-spectrum-disorder/

Sunday, December 9, 2012

Asperger syndrome dropped from psychiatric diagnostic manual ...

New revisions to the diagnostic guide mean that Asperger's syndrome will be lumped in with other disorders under the label 'autism spectrum disorder.' ... MNN - Mother Nature Network - Envrionmental News. improve your ... via http://www.mnn.com/health/fitness-well-being/blogs/asperger-syndrome-dropped-from-psychiatric-diagnostic-manual

Asperger's boy nears his 'Jeopardy!' dream HeraldNet Gabriel was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome just two years ago. Asperger's is diagnosed mostly in males and involves poor social interactions, obsessions, odd speech patterns, few facial expressions and other peculiar mannerisms. Most are diagnosed ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEW3VckXwBUaUScyL103imilK03zQ&url=http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20121208/NEWS02/712089935

The Guardian I'm a proud Aspie, but I accept the term ' Asperger's syndrome' has had its day The Guardian Last week, I bought a T-shirt printed with "I had Asperger's syndrome before it was cool". For me, and many like me, the diagnosis is much more than a label. It can be a source of pride; a badge of honour for surviving in a world that, for us, seems ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFIHCQcmdykSgSns5TQzjbDQOis3Q&url=http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2012/dec/04/aspergers-syndrome-autism-spectrum-disorder

No More Asperger's? - dagblog (blog)

No More Asperger's ? dagblog (blog) There is a manual that psychiatrists use in their profession to diagnose patients according to the symptoms they demonstrate. It's called the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. It's the Bible of psychiatry and it now seems that the disorder I got ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNETuD1nYnpTezqQhaGI1QBRq6GAzQ&url=http://dagblog.com/reader-blogs/no-more-aspergers-15595

What We'll Miss When We Miss Asperger Syndrome | Psychology ...

The news that Asperger syndrome as diagnostic terminology has been unceremoniously dumped from the DSM was almost enough to bring on disruptive mood dysregulation disorder,* an autistic friend of mine grimly joked. via http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/aspergers-alive/201212/what-we-ll-miss-when-we-miss-asperger-syndrome

School officials in a small Georgia town have reversed their decision barring an autistic child from walking with his classmates in the local school system’s graduation ceremony – scheduled for Saturday night. via http://www.foxnews.com/us/2012/05/25/georgia-school-reverses-decision-barring-asperger-student-from-graduation/?