Asperger's Syndrome News: 2013-10-06

Saturday, October 12, 2013

3 Things you need to know about people with Asperger's - Brazen Careerist by Penelope Trunk (blog)

3 Things you need to know about people with Asperger's Brazen Careerist by Penelope Trunk (blog) Both my son and I have Asperger's so I am constantly thinking of how to help both of us fit into the world better. Here are three things that stand out to me. 1. To get along with someone with Asperger's , look closely at that annoying car. You know ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGa7nDYsXG18eyNo6bLw0xAdUleXw&url=http://blog.penelopetrunk.com/2013/10/12/3-things-you-need-to-know-about-people-with-aspergers/

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?

Friday, October 11, 2013

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?

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?

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?

Sally and Jemima Bercow raise £1000 for the NAS - | autism ...

Home >; News and events >; News from the NAS >; Sally and Jemima Bercow raise £1000 for the NAS. Last updated: 10th October 2013 .... About autism. Autism and Asperger syndrome: an introduction · All about diagnosis. via http://www.autism.org.uk/News-and-events/News-from-the-NAS/Sally-and-Jemima-Bercow-raise-money-for-the-NAS.aspx

Big-Brother-participant-reveals-he-has-Asperger-syndrome ...

Celebrity Big Brother's Abz revealed that he has Asperger syndrome in celebrity big brother on 26 August 2013. via http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/big-brother-participant-reveals-he-has-asperger-syndrome.aspx

'Asperger's disorder' being dropped from psychiatrists ... - NBC News

CHICAGO -- The now familiar term "Asperger's disorder" is being dropped. And abnormally bad and frequent temper tantrums will be given a... via http://www.nbcnews.com/health/aspergers-disorder-being-dropped-psychiatrists-diagnostic-guide-1C7373028

Asperger's not an explanation for Lanza's Connecticut ... - NBC News

By many accounts, Adam Lanza didn't fit in. Family friends and neighbors describe a young man who went far beyond shy in avoiding people,... via http://www.nbcnews.com/health/aspergers-not-explanation-lanzas-connecticut-killing-spree-experts-say-1C7663611

Temple Grandin Sindrome de Asperger | The Autism News

Temple Grandin es una zoóloga, etóloga, y profesora de la Universidad Estatal de Colorado y una diseñadora de mataderos. Se doctoró en Ciencia Animal e. via http://theautismnews.com/video/temple-grandin-sindrome-de-asperger/

Thursday, October 10, 2013

Study Supports View that Asperger Syndrome Is Distinct Form of ...

Brain-activity monitoring shows differences as well as similarities between Asperger syndrome and larger autism spectrum. via http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/science-news/study-supports-view-asperger-syndrome-distinct-form-autism

Giant Squid Found In Spain - News and Current Events - Wrong Planet

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/postt242176.html

Advice: The difficulties of dating with Asperger's syndrome - RedEye Chicago

Advice: The difficulties of dating with Asperger's syndrome RedEye Chicago My dating life for the past few years has been hit-or-miss. Not only in trying to find that special partner, but also trying to conquer some life obstacles. A big reason is that I have Asperger's syndrome. Even though I've been more outgoing than ever ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHfmguMT4fUm_tx3sbhWqX5NPsRiw&url=http://www.redeyechicago.com/entertainment/dating/redeye-advice-the-difficulties-of-dating-with-aspergers-syndrome-20131002,0,1761010.column

8 Things You Need To Know About Dating Someone With Asperger’s

Get to know Asperger's a little better through Janus' relationship advice. via http://ph.news.yahoo.com/8-things-know-dating-someone-asperger-023428911.html

9-Year-Boy Sneaks Onto Plane Flying To Las Vegas - News and ...

Navy Aborted Raid In Somalia Over Presence Of Children - News ...

Lib Dem Cllr and ex-mayor planted and detonated car bombs ...

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Disney-Lion-King-exhibition-Scotland - | autism | Asperger syndrome |

An exhibition about Disney's The Lion King is coming to Edinburgh. via http://www.autism.org.uk/News-and-events/News-from-the-NAS/Disney-Lion-King-exhibition-Scotland.aspx

Techies with Asperger's? Yes, we are a little different... - Register

Techies with Asperger's ? Yes, we are a little different... Register Shortly after being told I have Asperger's syndrome, I stood in front of 30-odd people, my work colleagues, telling them I have Asperger's and what it means to them and to me. Some were like: "Meh, whatever!", some were busy looking their watches: "Is ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGkXEpvma7WKqIrQz8fUlv82GKk8g&url=http://www.theregister.co.uk/2013/10/08/managing_aspergers_techies/

Fort Lauderdale Now Has More Gay Couples Than San Fransisco ...

Greenpeace Protestors Kept In Inhumane Conditions In Russia ...

Daryl Hannah Discusses Asperger's Syndrome With Dan Rather ...

Acclaimed actress Daryl Hannah speaks out about her battles with Asperger's Syndrome on Dan Rather's THE BIG INTERVIEW Monday, Oct. 7 at 8-9 p.m. ET/5-6 p.m. PT. via http://www.looktothestars.org/news/10877-daryl-hannah-discusses-aspergers-syndrome-with-dan-rather

Advice: The difficulties of dating with Asperger's syndrome - RedEye Chicago

Advice: The difficulties of dating with Asperger's syndrome RedEye Chicago My dating life for the past few years has been hit-or-miss. Not only in trying to find that special partner, but also trying to conquer some life obstacles. A big reason is that I have Asperger's syndrome. Even though I've been more outgoing than ever ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNH3A41pZsyHjT4HnDh36kta2yP3Iw&url=http://articles.redeyechicago.com/2013-10-02/entertainment/42627669_1_asperger-syndrome-friend

Mackay's first Asperger's workshop the key to change - ABC Local

Mackay's first Asperger's workshop the key to change ABC Local The answer was simple: Tia has Asperger's Syndrome, but finding that out was the opposite of simple. "There wasn't one particular moment, there were many, many leading up to it," says Mrs Euler. "She was two-and-a-half at the time when her sister was ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGlKsjObPPHDeTZT4RUD_iQ7FA6WQ&url=http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/09/30/3859135.htm

Living with Asperger's syndrome - Taranaki Daily News

Taranaki Daily News Living with Asperger's syndrome Taranaki Daily News The 50-something New Plymouth woman says she has to to keep her hands active because she has Asperger's syndrome. The need to move her hands is called "stimming", a jargon term for self-stimulation that can help relax someone with Asperger's . via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFKe-Zfgt4zFZimNy5PKcRs1MmNAQ&url=http://www.stuff.co.nz/taranaki-daily-news/news/9224174/Living-with-Aspergers-syndrome

Author tells his story of Asperger's and marriage - Chicago Sun-Times

Author tells his story of Asperger's and marriage Chicago Sun-Times While it was David Finch's quirkiness that drew his wife Kristen to fall in love with him, those very quirks took such a toll on the couple's marriage, they almost didn't make it, he says. His quest to be her worthy husband sent him on a journey, and a ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGhCfWD3bj6kUqbx-4RGC4xfE8W5g&url=http://www.suntimes.com/lifestyles/22764950-423/author-tells-his-story-of-aspergers-and-marriage.html

Advice: The difficulties of dating with Asperger's syndrome - RedEye Chicago

Advice: The difficulties of dating with Asperger's syndrome RedEye Chicago My dating life for the past few years has been hit-or-miss. Not only in trying to find that special partner, but also trying to conquer some life obstacles. A big reason is that I have Asperger's syndrome. Even though I've been more outgoing than ever ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNH3A41pZsyHjT4HnDh36kta2yP3Iw&url=http://articles.redeyechicago.com/2013-10-02/entertainment/42627669_1_asperger-syndrome-friend

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Daryl Hannah Discusses Asperger's Syndrome With Dan Rather ...

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

Lib Dem Cllr and ex-mayor planted and detonated car bombs ...

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Disney-Lion-King-exhibition-Scotland - | autism | Asperger syndrome |

An exhibition about Disney's The Lion King is coming to Edinburgh. via http://www.autism.org.uk/News-and-events/News-from-the-NAS/Disney-Lion-King-exhibition-Scotland.aspx

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/?

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

UK teenager tried to copy Columbine massacre

LONDON (AP) — A 17-year-old boy accused of planning a series of gun and bomb attacks on his former school was inspired by mass shooting sprees, including the one at Colorado's Columbine High School in 1999, a prosecutor said Thursday. via http://news.yahoo.com/uk-teenager-tried-copy-columbine-massacre-165604221.html

Advice: The difficulties of dating with Asperger's syndrome - RedEye Chicago

'Boy Planned Columbine Massacre At Ex-School'

A teenager armed with guns and explosives planned a repeat of the Columbine massacre at his former school, a court has heard. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/boy-planned-columbine-massacre-ex-school-150820533.html

Techies with Asperger's? Yes, we are a little different... - Register

Brain differences found between Asperger's and autism

Children with Asperger's syndrome show patterns of brain connectivity distinct from those of children with autism, according to a new study. via http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/08/05/asperger-and-autism-brain-differences-found/?

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'

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/?

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/?

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/?

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/?

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/?

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/?

Mackay's first Asperger's workshop the key to change - ABC Online

Mackay's first Asperger's workshop the key to change ABC Online The answer was simple: Tia has Asperger's Syndrome, but finding that out was the opposite of simple. "There wasn't one particular moment, there were many, many leading up to it," says Mrs Euler. "She was two-and-a-half at the time when her sister was ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGlKsjObPPHDeTZT4RUD_iQ7FA6WQ&url=http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/09/30/3859135.htm

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?

Author tells his story of Asperger's and marriage - Chicago Sun-Times

Living with Asperger's syndrome - Taranaki Daily News

School ruined education of special-needs son, dad says

A father is blaming Queen of Peace Middle School in Happy Valley-Goose Bay for hurting his son's future when his special needs weren't met in the classroom. via http://ca.news.yahoo.com/school-ruined-education-special-needs-son-dad-says-084227832.html

Giant Squid Found In Spain - News and Current Events - Wrong Planet

Fort Lauderdale Now Has More Gay Couples Than San Fransisco ...

9-Year-Boy Sneaks Onto Plane Flying To Las Vegas - News and ...

Greenpeace Protestors Kept In Inhumane Conditions In Russia ...

Navy Aborted Raid In Somalia Over Presence Of Children - News ...

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

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

School Bans Boy With Asperger's From Playground

Crane malfunction in Manhattan high rise - News and Current Events

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Curt Schilling, sued by RI over collapse of video game company, selling off personal items

PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling — whose video game company collapsed into bankruptcy last year, prompting a high-profile lawsuit in Rhode Island — is selling off furniture, sports collectibles and even artificial plants from his Massachusetts home. via http://ca.news.yahoo.com/curt-schilling-sued-ri-over-collapse-video-game-175913005--mlb.html

Curt Schilling selling items from home

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling — whose video game company collapsed into bankruptcy last year, prompting a high-profile lawsuit in Rhode Island — is selling off furniture, sports collectibles and even artificial plants from his Massachusetts home. via http://news.yahoo.com/curt-schilling-selling-items-home-175057286--spt.html

Shooting on Capital Hill - News and Current Events - Wrong Planet

Quote: "SHELTER IN PLACE. Gunshots have been reported on Capitol Hill requiring all occupants in all House Office Buildings to shelter in place. Close, lock and stay away from external doors and windows. via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt241896.html

An Amazing Day for autism with Anderson Group - The National ...

Home >; News and events >; News from the NAS >; An Amazing Day for autism with Anderson Group. Last updated: 2nd October 2013 .... About autism. Autism and Asperger syndrome: an introduction · All about diagnosis. via http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/an-amazing-day-for-autism-with-anderson-group.aspx

Monday, October 7, 2013

Daryl Hannah Discusses Asperger's Syndrome With Dan Rather - Look To The Stars

Daryl Hannah Discusses Asperger's Syndrome With Dan Rather Look To The Stars Daryl Hannah Discusses Asperger's Syndrome With Dan Rather. October 7, 2013. Acclaimed actress Daryl Hannah speaks out about her battles with Asperger's Syndrome on Dan Rather's THE BIG INTERVIEW Monday, Oct. 7 at 8-9 p.m. ET/5-6 p.m. PT. via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHT5w1uxehfM1a37PW2VCjS15gfYw&url=http://www.looktothestars.org/news/10877-daryl-hannah-discusses-aspergers-syndrome-with-dan-rather

'School Plotter Threatened To Shoot Classmate'

A former classmate of a teenager accused of planning a repeat of the Columbine massacre has told a court the alleged plotter threatened to shoot him in the head and stab another student in the throat. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/school-plotter-threatened-shoot-classmate-113745479.html

10,000 Walruses Living In Alaska - News and Current Events

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Sunday, October 6, 2013

Study Supports View that Asperger Syndrome Is Distinct Form of ...

An Amazing Day for autism with Anderson Group - The National ...

Home >; News and events >; News from the NAS >; An Amazing Day for autism with Anderson Group. Last updated: 2nd October 2013 .... About autism. Autism and Asperger syndrome: an introduction · All about diagnosis. via http://www.autism.org.uk/News-and-events/News-from-the-NAS/An-Amazing-Day-for-autism-with-Anderson-Group.aspx

Asperger's not an explanation for Lanza's Connecticut killing spree ...

UK teenager tried to copy Columbine massacre

A 17-year-old boy accused of planning a series of gun and bomb attacks on his former school was inspired by mass shooting sprees, including the one at Colorado's Columbine High School in 1999, a prosecutor said Thursday. via http://nz.news.yahoo.com/a/-/world/19248400/uk-teenager-tried-to-copy-columbine-massacre/