Asperger's Syndrome News: 2013-07-21

Saturday, July 27, 2013

Adam Schwartz uses humour to explain Asperger's syndrome - Winnipeg Free Press

Adam Schwartz uses humour to explain Asperger's syndrome Winnipeg Free Press Jokes aside, the 27-year-old Winnipegger does have a high-functioning form of autism called Asperger's syndrome. It's a developmental disorder that affects a person's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others. "Aspies," as people ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNE0Gn1dPpYcHYcBj_dJ34Nqv9LZqQ&url=http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/entertainment/arts/outsider-observations-216116791.html

Pesticides in baby formula - News and Current Events - Wrong Planet

YoshiPikachu. Phoenix Phoenix Joined: Jul 31, 2009. Age: 22. Posts: 687. Location: Minnesota. Post Posted: Fri Jul 26, 2013 12:58 pm Post subject: Pesticides in baby formula, Reply with quote. This disgusts me! via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt236426.html

Friday, July 26, 2013

Asperger's and IT: Why my prejudices are great for your business - Register

Asperger's and IT: Why my prejudices are great for your business Register The problem with Asperger's is that those with it display (to quote Wikipedia) "intense preoccupation with a narrow subject, one-sided verbosity, restricted prosody, and physical clumsiness … as well as a lack of functional empathy”. To explain, I'm a ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGb1DpC_4dBesbn78M9nXX3i4gS2A&url=http://www.theregister.co.uk/2013/07/10/asperger_syndrome_beneficial_effects_for_it_clients/

So little empathy. - General Autism Discussion - Wrong Planet

For example, when I saw the news about the train crash in Spain, my housemates (I live in mental health supported housing) were upset about the lives lost. I didn't feel anything ... I have Asperger's, schizophrenia, and OCD. via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt236350.html

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Bromsgrove to host concert to raise funds for Asperger's charity ...

Latest Bromsgrove News, THE PATRON of Asperger's charity ASPIE will take to the stage at Bromsgrove's Artrix to raise funds for the organisation. via http://www.bromsgrovestandard.co.uk/2013/07/22/news-Bromsgrove-to-host-concert-to-raise-funds-for-Aspergers-charity-77197.html

5 people who eluded Uncle Sam for much longer than Edward Snowden

The NSA's world-famous secret-spiller is hardly the first fugitive to try to stay as far away from America as possible via http://news.yahoo.com/5-people-eluded-uncle-sam-much-longer-edward-120000981.html

Kruger reveals Asperger's challenge

Diane Kruger has revealed the challenges of playing a detective with Asperger's Syndrome in her first TV role. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/kruger-reveals-aspergers-challenge-090841205.html

Bromsgrove to host concert to raise funds for Asperger's charity ...

Latest Bromsgrove News, THE PATRON of Asperger's charity ASPIE will take to the stage at Bromsgrove's Artrix to raise funds for the organisation. via http://www.bromsgrovestandard.co.uk/2013/07/21/news-Bromsgrove-to-host-concert-to-raise-funds-for-Aspergers-charity-77197.html

Rapper J. Cole says he feels shame, apologizes for offensive autism lyric

SAN DIEGO - Rapper J. Cole is apologizing to those with autism and their families for an offensive lyric. via http://ca.news.yahoo.com/rapper-j-cole-says-feels-shame-apologizes-offensive-233245378.html

Are We Dumbing Down our Innovators of Tomorrow?

By drugging and stigmatizing kids that are a little bit “different,” we may be destroying the next generation of business leaders and innovators. via http://www.foxbusiness.com/business-leaders/2013/06/19/are-dumbing-down-our-innovators-tomorrow/?

$5K signature bond in case of Asperger's man allegedly kept in basement - Journal Times

$5K signature bond in case of Asperger's man allegedly kept in basement Journal Times The 23-year-old man, who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and the autism-related Asperger's Syndrome, reportedly was found in the basement after his mother obtained keys and unlocked the door for police. An officer reportedly found him ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHUxTNHWCA2yZ4ROTrFxEi6LbmKkA&url=http://journaltimes.com/news/local/k-signature-bond-in-case-of-asperger-s-man-allegedly/article_b44c182e-f494-11e2-a6c3-0019bb2963f4.html

Rapper J. Cole apologizes for autism lyric

Rapper J. Cole is apologizing to those with autism and their families for an offensive lyric. Cole says in a blog post Sunday that he doesn't agree with the recent trend of pressure rappers have faced ... via http://news.yahoo.com/rapper-j-cole-apologizes-autism-124344576.html

The Royal Baby - News and Current Events

Posts: 6969. Location: Hiding in the attic of the Arkham Library. Post Posted: Mon Jul 22, 2013 6:32 am Post subject: The Royal Baby, Reply with quote. Just saw the headline, "Duchess In Labor". The world is holding it's collective breath. via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt236062.html

Shrinks, critics face off over psychiatric manual

In the new psychiatric manual of mental disorders, grief soon after a loved one's death can be considered major depression. Extreme childhood temper tantrums get a fancy name. And certain "senior moments" are called "mild neurocognitive disorder." via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/05/16/shrinks-critics-face-off-over-psychiatric-manual/?

Scientists find more genes possibly linked to autism with advanced sequencing tool

TORONTO - A Canadian-led international research team has identified several new genetic mutations that appear to be linked to autism spectrum disorder, using a method that looks at the entire DNA code of affected individuals. via http://ca.news.yahoo.com/scientists-more-genes-possibly-linked-autism-advanced-sequencing-160051271.html

J Cole: Rapper Says Sorry For Autism Lyric

Rapper J Cole has apologised to people with autism and their families for an offensive lyric. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/j-cole-rapper-says-sorry-autism-lyric-124510951.html

'The Bridge's' Demian Bichir: Hollywood Always Throws in a Little Filth When Depicting Mexico

By Jeff Sneider LOS ANGELES (TheWrap.com) - After earning an Oscar nomination for his lead performance as an undocumented immigrant in the 2011 drama "A Better Life," Mexican star Demian Bichir found himself in high demand on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border. He straddles both worlds in FX's new series "The Bridge," which debuts Wednesday night at 10 p.m., and co-stars Diane Kruger. ... via http://news.yahoo.com/bridges-demian-bichir-hollywood-always-throws-little-filth-003737933.html

Asperger’s Syndrome Shows No Potential Link to Ct. School Shooting, Say Experts

Experts are stating there is no connection between the disorder and violence. via http://latino.foxnews.com/latino/health/2012/12/17/aspergers-syndrome-shows-no-link-to-violence-say-experts/?

Georgia school reverses decision barring Asperger's student from graduation

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/?

Training Exercise Goes Wrong In Great Barrier Reef - News and ...

Wrong Planet - Aspergers and Autism Community. ... http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/great-barrier-reef-bombed-american-2073465. Silly NTs, I have Aspergers, and having Aspergers is gr-r-reat! via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt236004.html

6.9 Earthquake Hits New Zealand - News and Current Events

Wrong Planet - Aspergers and Autism Community. ... http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2013/07/21/earthquake-new-zealand-wellington/2572299/. Silly NTs, I have Aspergers, and having Aspergers is gr-r-reat! via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt236003.html

'The Bridge': Diane Kruger on Asperger's and Female TV Roles ...

The actress opens up about her character on the FX serial killer drama, premiering Wednesday. via http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/bridge-diane-kruger-aspergers-female-582358

Rapper J. Cole apologises for autism lyric

US rapper J.Cole has apologised for poking fun at people with autism in Drake's song Jodeci Freestyle, but still strongly believes in artistic freedom. via http://au.news.yahoo.com/latest/a/-/latest/18098131/rapper-j-cole-apologises-for-autism-lyric/

Rapper J. Cole apologizes for autism lyric

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Rapper J. Cole is apologizing to those with autism and their families for an offensive lyric. via http://news.yahoo.com/rapper-j-cole-apologizes-autism-lyric-033227562.html

Rapper J. Cole says he feels shame, apologizes for offensive autism lyric

PA Cyber student overcomes Asperger's, earns National Merit Scholarship

MECHANICSBURG, Pa., June 27, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In ninth grade, Colin Knott became so frustrated with school that he decided to drop out.Today this young man with Asperger's syndrome is a National Merit Scholar, his high test scores ranking him among the academic elite of this year's high school graduates."He found out at what age he could legally leave school, and he was counting ... via http://news.yahoo.com/pa-cyber-student-overcomes-aspergers-earns-national-merit-133000002.html

Thinking differently: Autism patients in demand by employers

Some call it neurological diversity, others see it as autism's fight back. People diagnosed as "on the spectrum" are suddenly in demand by employers seeking a competitive advantage from autistic workers more used to being considered disabled than special. via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/06/04/thinking-differently-autism-patients-in-demand-by-employers/?

Books on autism, Asperger's found in Adam Lanza's home

Search warrants shed new light on Newtown shooter's life via http://video.foxnews.com/v/2263506583001/books-on-autism-aspergers-found-in-adam-lanzas-home/?

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/?

Support group for adults with Asperger's to hold first meeting - Midland Reporter-Telegram

Support group for adults with Asperger's to hold first meeting Midland Reporter-Telegram Growing up with a brother with Asperger's syndrome, Madison Stroud noticed there weren't any support groups for him in the Permian Basin area. "Most people that have Asperger's tend to do a lot better if they are involved in some support group or ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGciNrZRnyzU9vvMe82UyHwQ38TeQ&url=http://www.mywesttexas.com/life/article_96ac96cb-4ba7-58ce-9d0a-d899e8e48afb.html

Wyo. college killer suicide note blames Asperger's for troubles, life as 'bottom feeder'

A bizarre, rambling suicide note left behind by a man who police say killed his father in front of a handful of students in a Wyoming community college classroom extols eugenics and blames his father for the genes he said caused him to have Asperger's syndrome. via http://www.foxnews.com/us/2012/12/19/wyo-college-killer-suicide-note-blames-asperger-for-troubles-life-as-bottom/?

Concerns raised in wake of massacre about removing Asperger’s from psych manual

Friends of the family of the gunman, Adam Lanza, who murdered 20 children and six staff at Sandy Hook Elementary School Friday, have said he suffered from Asperger’s. Recently, The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Psychiatry has come under fire because of its controversial decision to drop Asperger’s syndrome from its newest edition (DSM-V) via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/12/17/new-concerns-over-removal-aspergers-from-psychiatric-manual-in-wake-newtown/?

Answering questions about Asperger's Syndrome

In the past ten years, the terms autism and Asperger's syndrome have been thrown around and people have referred to others as having these disabilities without a known diagnosis. There are some important points to understand about Asperger's syndrome. via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/12/16/answering-questions-about-asperger-syndrome/?

$5K signature bond in case of Asperger's man allegedly kept in basement - Journal Times

$5K signature bond in case of Asperger's man allegedly kept in basement Journal Times The 23-year-old man, who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and the autism-related Asperger's Syndrome, reportedly was found in the basement after his mother obtained keys and unlocked the door for police. An officer reportedly found him ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGZyHXMU4A9OHhwtFUnu4a8P4Nk0A&url=http://journaltimes.com/news/local/k-signature-bond-in-case-of-asperger-s-man-allegedly/article_b44c182e-f494-11e2-a6c3-0019bb2963f4.html?comment_form%3Dtrue

Television on the Spectrum: The Best (and Worst) Depictions of Asperger ... - Flavorwire

Television on the Spectrum: The Best (and Worst) Depictions of Asperger ... Flavorwire Asperger syndrome is no longer in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders — the DSM kids are calling it an autism spectrum disorder these days — but it's still all over our television screens. It seems like no TV show is complete ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNE1Eu3e5MTe8hJhq1kDn_o6Ik3DSg&url=http://flavorwire.com/405314/television-on-the-spectrum-the-best-and-worst-depictions-of-asperger-syndrome-on-tv

Change in Asperger's and autistic disorder diagnosis | Fraser Coast ...

CHILDREN who could previously be diagnosed with either autisic disorder or Asperger's Syndrome will now all be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. via http://www.frasercoastchronicle.com.au/news/change-aspergers-and-autism-spectrum-diagnosis-aut/1956091/

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Initial appearance today in case of Asperger's man allegedly kept in basement - Journal Times

Initial appearance today in case of Asperger's man allegedly kept in basement Journal Times The Wednesday court appearance is for the live-in boyfriend of a Racine woman charged for allegedly keeping her son, who has Asperger's Syndrome, locked in her basement with a bucket as a bathroom, now also has been charged with the crime. via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFAmeUOCYJnBBnoFHaPoMvXhxApkQ&url=http://journaltimes.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/initial-appearance-today-in-case-of-asperger-s-man-allegedly/article_27fb40da-f475-11e2-92f2-0019bb2963f4.html

Proposed Autism Diagnosis Changes Anger 'Aspies'

Now, many Aspies, a nickname for people with Asperger's syndrome, are upset over a proposal they see as an attack on their identity. via http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,585505,00.html?

North Carolina Teen With Asperger's Syndrome Disappears and May Need Medication

Police in North Carolina are searching for a missing teenager with Asperger's Syndrome who may not have his medication with him, FOX 8 reported. via http://www.foxnews.com/us/2009/08/14/north-carolina-teen-aspergers-syndrome-disappears-need-medication?

School Bans Boy With Asperger's From Playground

What started as a playground spat between school officials and the parents of a child with autistic-like behavior could end up having repercussions for the way school districts treat children with neurological disorders. via http://www.foxnews.com/story/2004/09/22/school-bans-boy-with-asperger-from-playground?

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Writer Mike Jones returns to his Welsh roots with play about Asperger's - WalesOnline

WalesOnline Writer Mike Jones returns to his Welsh roots with play about Asperger's WalesOnline As a result, the play's title role ended up going to Calum Glanville-Ellis – a 17-year-old Asperger's sufferer and veteran of Sherman Cymru's Youth Theatre since 2011 – who'll join familiar homegrown talent such as Kathryn Dimery (The Story of Tracey ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEneuIwZqjkhjO6HM65vBUyw8MCzg&url=http://www.walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/theatre/writer-mike-jones-returns-welsh-5120410

5 people who eluded Uncle Sam for much longer than Edward Snowden

Kruger reveals Asperger's challenge

Diane Kruger has revealed the challenges of playing a detective with Asperger's Syndrome in her first TV role. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/kruger-reveals-aspergers-challenge-090841205.html

New 'Early Support' films answer young people's questions - | autism ...

Home >; News and events >; News from the NAS >; New 'Early Support' films answer young people's questions. Last updated: 19th July 2013 .... Sitemap. About autism. Autism and Asperger syndrome: an introduction. via http://www.autism.org.uk/News-and-events/News-from-the-NAS/New-Early-Support-films-answer-young-peoples-questions.aspx

North Carolina Teen With Asperger's Syndrome Disappears and May Need Medication

Police in North Carolina are searching for a missing teenager with Asperger's Syndrome who may not have his medication with him, FOX 8 reported. via http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,539377,00.html?

Adam Schwartz uses humour to explain Asperger's syndrome - Winnipeg Free Press

Are We Dumbing Down our Innovators of Tomorrow?

Live chat: the Mental Capacity Act and autism - | autism | Asperger ...

Many people with autism, their families and supporters, are unclear about how the Mental Capacity Act works. We aim to answer your questions during our live web chat on 25 July. via http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/live-chat-mental-capacity-act.aspx

The Royal Baby - News and Current Events - Wrong Planet

Monday, July 22, 2013

Shrinks, critics face off over psychiatric manual

Scientists find more genes possibly linked to autism with advanced sequencing tool

J Cole: Rapper Says Sorry For Autism Lyric

Rapper J Cole has apologised to those with autism and their families for an offensive lyric. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/j-cole-rapper-says-sorry-autism-lyric-124510951.html

'The Bridge's' Demian Bichir: Hollywood Always Throws in a Little Filth When Depicting Mexico

Rapper J. Cole says he feels shame, apologizes for offensive autism lyric

Asperger’s Syndrome Shows No Potential Link to Ct. School Shooting, Say Experts

Experts are stating there is no connection between the disorder and violence. via http://latino.foxnews.com/latino/health/2012/12/17/aspergers-syndrome-shows-no-link-to-violence-say-experts/?

Rapper J. Cole apologizes for autism lyric

Asperger's and IT: Why my prejudices are great for your business - Register

6.9 Earthquake Hits New Zealand - News and Current Events

Rapper J. Cole apologises for autism lyric

Rapper J. Cole says he feels shame, apologizes for offensive autism lyric

Rapper J. Cole apologizes for autism lyric

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Rapper J. Cole is apologizing to those with autism and their families for an offensive lyric. via http://news.yahoo.com/rapper-j-cole-apologizes-autism-lyric-033227562.html

Training Exercise Goes Wrong In Great Barrier Reef - News and ...

'The Bridge': Diane Kruger on Asperger's and Female TV Roles ...

The actress opens up about her character on the FX serial killer drama, premiering Wednesday. via http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/bridge-diane-kruger-aspergers-female-582358

PA Cyber student overcomes Asperger's, earns National Merit Scholarship

Thinking differently: Autism patients in demand by employers

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

Georgia school reverses decision barring Asperger's student from graduation

Books on autism, Asperger's found in Adam Lanza's home

Search warrants shed new light on Newtown shooter's life via http://video.foxnews.com/v/2263506583001/books-on-autism-aspergers-found-in-adam-lanzas-home/?

Wyo. college killer suicide note blames Asperger's for troubles, life as 'bottom feeder'

Concerns raised in wake of massacre about removing Asperger’s from psych manual

Answering questions about Asperger's Syndrome

Autism or Asperger's? It Might Depend on Your Doctor

An autism diagnosis means different things depending on who is doing the diagnosing, suggests a new study. Researchers found that clinics varied in what skills and behaviors they considered when evaluating kids with an autism spectrum disorder and deciding where on that spectrum they fell via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2011/11/08/autism-or-aspergers-it-might-depend-on-your-doctor/?

Diagnosing Asperger's Syndrome

Baseball great, Curt Schilling and his wife Shonda stop by Headline Health to discuss the signs and symptoms that led to their son's autism diagnosis via http://video.foxnews.com/v/929737080001/diagnosing-aspergers-syndrome/?

New 'Early Support' films answer young people's questions - | autism ...

Home >; News and events >; News from the NAS >; New 'Early Support' films answer young people's questions. Last updated: 19th July 2013 .... Sitemap. About autism. Autism and Asperger syndrome: an introduction. via http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/new-early-support-films-answer-young-peoples-questions.aspx

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Amnesiac Man Can Speak Only Swedish - News and Current Events

Wrong Planet - Aspergers and Autism Community. ... Post new topic Reply to topic, Wrong Planet Autism Forum Index -> News and Current Events ... Silly NTs, I have Aspergers, and having Aspergers is gr-r-reat! via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt235545.html

Bromsgrove to host concert to raise funds for Asperger's charity ...

Latest Bromsgrove News, THE PATRON of Asperger's charity ASPIE will take to the stage at Bromsgrove's Artrix to raise funds for the organisation. via http://www.bromsgrovestandard.co.uk/2013/07/13/news-Bromsgrove-to-host-concert-to-raise-funds-for-Aspergers-charity-77197.html

Missing NYC Boy With Asperger's Syndrome Spent 11 Days Living in Subway

The mother of a 13-year-old boy with Asperger's syndrome who was missing in New York City for 11 days says her son spent the entire time in the subway system. via http://www.foxnews.com/us/2009/11/24/missing-nyc-boy-aspergers-syndrome-spent-days-living-subway?

This summer, the University of Bath will run a summer school for students with autism (including Asperger syndrome) who are thinking of going to university. via http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/summer-school-for-prospective-university-students.aspx

Autistic Teen Speaks Out for Those with Asperger's - Top News ...

After hearing media outlets report that the Sandy Hook Elementary shooter may have suffered from Asperger's Syndrome, Timmy Aquilino retreated to. via http://edgewater.patch.com/groups/editors-picks/p/autistic-teen-responds-to-claims-adam-lanza-had-aspergers