Does anyone with Asperger's syndrome, or any ASD, have experience with having occupational therapy as an adult? ... I can't say as an adult with High Functioning Autism or Aspergers would benefit from it too much. via http://www.psychforums.com/asperger-syndrome/topic110512.html
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Lisa-ann Gershwin - STUNG - Asperger's and jellyfish - ABC Online (blog)
Lisa-ann Gershwin - STUNG - Asperger's and jellyfish ABC Online (blog) For Lisa-ann Gershwin, her life has been jellyfish ... discovering new and interesting species of jellyfish. Just last week another variety. The sense of discovery plays an exciting part of her daily life. But what happens when you wonder about ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNG3udGBgF62KbekVkRHwhU8Y0gVvg&url=http://blogs.abc.net.au/tasmania/2013/03/lisa-ann-gershwin-aspergers-and-jellyfish.html
Keeping old stuff, sentimental stuff? : Asperger's Syndrome Forum ...
Keeping old stuff, sentimental stuff? Asperger's Syndrome message board, open discussion, and online support group. Moderators: Evol222, TDT, Grossenschwamm. Forum rules. 3 posts • Page 1 of 1 ... via http://www.psychforums.com/asperger-syndrome/topic110953.html
The death of Margaret Thatcher - News and Current Events
Location: Hertfordshire, UK. Post Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2013 3:12 pm Post subject: The death of Margaret Thatcher, Reply with quote. Note that the many threads already started on this topic have been merged into one, here in PPR: ... via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt228150.html
Monday, April 8, 2013
New Evidence: Was Autism, Asperger's Or ... - Right Wing News
“Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's” and “Born on a Blue Day: Inside the Mind of an Autistic Savant” were found in Lanza's home. This has led some people to wonder whether Autism, Asperger's or Selective ... via http://www.rightwingnews.com/crime/new-evidence-was-autism-aspergers-or-psychotropic-drugs-behind-adam-lanzas-bloody-rampage/
Extra Effort Award: Tomah student embraces Asperger's and big goals - The Courier Life News
Extra Effort Award: Tomah student embraces Asperger's and big goals The Courier Life News The Tomah High School senior has Asperger's syndrome, a disorder on the autism spectrum that inhibits her ability to interpret body language and voice intonation and can make social interaction difficult. The determination with which she has tackled ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNE1_Hgm-iJEaV2CcXRAuVsjRUGWEw&url=http://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/education/extra-effort-award-tomah-student-embraces-asperger-s-and-big/article_cf4558a0-96fe-11e2-be60-0019bb2963f4.html
Emails reportedly show history of illness in Adam Lanza's family
The mother of Newtown school gunman Adam Lanza reportedly told friends about a genetic disorder that killer her grandfather, nearly took her own like and had already manifested itself in her son. via http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/04/08/emails-reportedly-show-history-illness-in-adam-lanza-family/?
Girls and empathy - Women's Discussion
What is everyone's feeling about empathy and aspergers? I feel like I have way too much empathy but I just saw a news clip about an aspergers mom that felt she had no empathy and felt detached from her kids in some ways. via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt228133.html
Derby-County-FC-launch-autism-challenge - | autism | Asperger ...
Derby County Football Club is launching a nationwide autism awareness campaign at a Championship match against Bristol City at Pride Park on 29 March. The club will celebrate taking on the Anderson Foundation ... via http://www.autism.org.uk/News-and-events/News-from-the-NAS/Derby-County-FC-launch-autism-challenge.aspx
Kathy Lette: Raising a child with Asperger's is like putting together a giant ... - Metro
Metro Kathy Lette: Raising a child with Asperger's is like putting together a giant ... Metro Finally, many, many experts, tests and schools later, my son was rediagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, the high-functioning end of the autism spectrum. Jules was my first born, so it took me a while to realise something was different. Before Jules was ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNF9Z1kyULM1q8rmfIsuWamNGH0QRA&url=http://metro.co.uk/2013/03/19/kathy-lette-raising-a-child-with-aspergers-syndrome-is-like-putting-together-a-giant-jigsaw-puzzle-3547383/
A young woman tells of her battle with Asperger's to give hope and support to ... - PennLive.com
A young woman tells of her battle with Asperger's to give hope and support to ... PennLive.com As successful as Hamlin appears, her accomplishments have not come easily. From an early age she has struggled with the symptoms of Asperger's syndrome, a type of high-functioning autism, although diagnosis did not come until she was in ninth grade. via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGQF3M4zf4G3Tn5wSlFFtG2IGofeA&url=http://www.pennlive.com/bodyandmind/index.ssf/2013/04/a_young_woman_tells_of_her_bat.html
Dame Helen gets Olivier nomination
Dame Helen Mirren and Billie Piper will go head-to-head at this year's Olivier Awards - while James McAvoy is in the running for Macbeth. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/dame-helen-gets-olivier-nomination-121632267.html
State seeks smarter services for autism and Asperger's : News ...
The Department of Community Health released a state plan for addressing autism spectrum disorders. via http://www.upnorthlive.com/news/story.aspx?id=873326
Fat Brain Toys Launches New Special Needs Resource in Conjunction with Autism Awareness Month
New “Special Perspectives” feature provides real world advice on toys and games for special needsElkhorn, NE (PRWEB) April 03, 2013 Fat Brain Toys, a leading specialty toy retailer, has launched a new Special Needs Resource Center for families seeking toys, games, and play resources for individuals with developmental needs. Introducing an innovative website feature called “Special Perspectives ... via http://news.yahoo.com/fat-brain-toys-launches-special-needs-conjunction-autism-071418731.html
Autism diagnosis shatters Welsh family who go through 'dark times' dealing ... - WalesOnline
Autism diagnosis shatters Welsh family who go through 'dark times' dealing ... WalesOnline When Holly was finally diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome in 2009, her mum wished she could turn back the clock. “When I had the diagnosis in my hands, I wished that she was just naughty,” said Jo. Holly said: “When my mum told me I had autism, I didn ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHNzVL6ZXkETXexsmS9xmKFgKFRHw&url=http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/2013/04/07/autism-diagnosis-shatters-welsh-family-who-go-through-dark-times-dealing-with-asperger-s-91466-33123037/
[UK] Vegans and druids have workplace rights too now - News and ...
Quote: Vegans and druids to gain workplace rights under new equality rules. Vegetarian or vegan employees with deeply held beliefs should be allowed to exert their rights in the workplace by refusing to clean out office ... via http://www.wrongplanet.net/postt228120.html
Military tactics, arms, helped rescue Ala. hostage
Within hours after an armed, angry man shot a school bus driver and kidnapped a 5-year-old boy, workers contracted by the FBI were feverishly unloading boxes packed with percussive grenades, military C-4 explosives and an array of guns from a windowless DC-9 that had landed just miles from the suspect's isolated compound. via http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/02/06/fbi-and-police-used-military-tactics-weapons-to-rescue-5-year-old-hostage-in/?
Ex-Vic soldier jailed over weapons stash
A former Australian soldier has been jailed after police found a stash of guns and bombs in his Victorian home, with a plan for 'mass violence'. via http://au.news.yahoo.com/latest/a/-/latest/16624486/ex-vic-soldier-jailed-over-weapons-stash/
The Help Group's Advance LA to Host Second Annual Transition Conference for Parents, Professionals, and Young Adults
LOS ANGELES, March 25, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As young adults with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, Asperger's Disorder, executive functioning challenges, and other social or emotional issues prepare to transition to college, the workforce, and beyond, they often experience a lack of resources and guidance to help them along the way. Advance LA is a program of The Help ... via http://news.yahoo.com/help-groups-advance-la-host-second-annual-transition-172200268.html
In and Out of Autism: Steve Silberman on Amy Harmon's 'Asperger Love' - Wired (blog)
In and Out of Autism: Steve Silberman on Amy Harmon's ' Asperger Love' Wired (blog) Anyone who has spent time with autistic people can tell you that they're intensely concerned with how other people are feeling, to the point of being overwhelmed. But they often can't piece those feelings together from the usual clues of facial ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEE1F5xZSrNK_MoH7XK55pnkU2p-g&url=http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2013/04/in-and-out-of-autism-steve-silberman-on-amy-harmons-asperger-love/
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