Tuesday, May 21, 2013

DSM-5 will be released this weekend - | autism | Asperger syndrome |

The fifth edition of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) will be released by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) this weekend. From what we understand, DSM-5 will include some changes ... via http://www.autism.org.uk/News-and-events/News-from-the-NAS/DSM-5-released-on-18-May.aspx

Asperger's film highlights student Noah Tenney for Autism Awareness Month - Sonoma State Star

Asperger's film highlights student Noah Tenney for Autism Awareness Month Sonoma State Star Asperger syndrome is a slightly milder variant of Autistic Disorder, and is included in the Autistic Spectrum Disorders. It is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests. Often, physical ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNHiQe3x7D3UeR3fpMNFo-QrUiLN7A&url=http://www.sonomastatestar.com/features/asperger-s-film-highlights-student-noah-tenney-for-autism-awareness-month-1.3038055

Modern cyber pirates 'LulzSec' hacked top networks and crashed websites worldwide

London, May 16 (ANI): In another case of cyber attacks, four British computer hackers or 'hactivists' who call their organization LulzSec, launched cyber attacks on CIA and other global organizations as a result of which websites around the world crashed. via http://in.news.yahoo.com/modern-cyber-pirates-lulzsec-hacked-top-networks-crashed-075610236.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/?

Father and son with Asperger's at the heart of memoir 'Raising Cubby'

TORONTO - Looking at other memoirs on parenting kids with autism, John Elder Robison felt many of those stories echoed a familiar and often repetitive refrain. via http://ca.news.yahoo.com/father-son-aspergers-heart-memoir-raising-cubby-185205996.html

Mystery play equals Olivier record at London awards

The stage adaptation of Mark Haddon's novel "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" on Sunday claimed seven prizes at Britain's prestigious Laurence Olivier Awards. via http://uk.news.yahoo.com/mystery-play-equals-olivier-record-london-ceremony-221921850.html

Asperger's connects father, son - TheChronicleHerald.ca

TheChronicleHerald.ca Asperger's connects father, son TheChronicleHerald.ca Asperger's is a developmental disorder on the autism spectrum which impacts a person's ability to communicate and socialize in an effective manner. Individuals with Asperger's often experience challenges with non-verbal cues and have tendencies to ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEwQJrpcSXFnYQQGJ6z1IFcirqs3A&url=http://thechronicleherald.ca/artslife/1129171-asperger-s-connects-father-son

The Decision: Should A Minority With Asperger's Even Bother? - Above the Law

Above the Law The Decision: Should A Minority With Asperger's Even Bother? Above the Law I've always wanted to practice law, but I'm worried that I have a combination of traits that will prevent me from being hired in BigLaw or surviving in the corporate law world. I have diagnosed Asperger's and my main concern is that I have almost no ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEoWGMVJSuogdwy2Za3gg7hb8FWxA&url=http://abovethelaw.com/2013/05/the-decision-should-a-minority-with-aspergers-even-bother/

Asperger's referenced in Wyo. college killing note

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/?

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/?

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/?

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/story/2009/11/24/missing-nyc-boy-with-asperger-syndrome-spent-11-days-living-in-subway?

Missing Boy With Asperger's Spent 11 Days 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?

N.C. Teen With Asperger's Syndrome Disappears

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?

Monday, May 20, 2013

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/?

From anxiety to Asperger's, how the DSM is redefining disorders - Crikey

From anxiety to Asperger's , how the DSM is redefining disorders Crikey It's been 13 years since the last update, and it could have a significant impact on the diagnosis, treatment and funding of a number of currently recognised mental health disorders — from addiction to Asperger's . But not everyone is happy about it ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNGvYzdOGW2f-XZKi9zVX7PO84oyrg&url=http://www.crikey.com.au/2013/05/17/from-anxiety-to-aspergers-how-the-dsm-is-redefining-disorders/?wpmp_switcher%3Dmobile

Kellyville senior, Hunter Little, who has Asperger's syndrome will attend ... - kjrh.com

kjrh.com Kellyville senior, Hunter Little, who has Asperger's syndrome will attend ... kjrh.com He said, 'I can just twirl my arms,” Hunter's mother, Heather Little, said. Saturday night will be a unique opportunity for Hunter, who will be able to have a normal evening with his peers. Living with Asperger's syndrome, he has not had very many like ... via http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNH0hW-fOO_ZR4sG8tNXKmAOVFBVBw&url=http://www.kjrh.com/dpp/news/local_news/kellyville-senior-hunter-little-who-has-aspergers-syndrome-will-attend-senior-prom-with-two-dates

Pagano advises others to follow their plans

Chuck Pagano told Indianapolis Colts fans they can fight through their obstacles the same way he and his team did. via http://www.foxnews.com/sports/2013/04/11/pagano-urges-others-to-make-plan-stick-to-it-to-overcome-life-biggest-obstacles/?