Aspergers.?

Question

Some people tell me I have it. How much excess pride should I take in the label?

Answer 1

I can't believe there are people telling you you shouldn't be proud. Be proud of who you are no matter what.

Answer 2

You can't go solely off of what "people" tell you. I have a 13 year old brother with it, and he struggles everyday. He has been going to occupational therapy every week since he was 5 and even though it is getting better, it is still a challenge for him, almost a disability in a way. He's extremely smart, but he doesn't articulate himself very well and he doesn't know how to behave in social settings. If you had asbergers, you would've been diagnosed as a child.

Answer 3

It would take a professional to diagnose this. Professionals get this diagnosis wrong sometimes also, especially is you are high functioning. Why do some people say that you have it? Do you have trouble socially? If you feel that these people are correct, then you need to see a professional if you want to do something about it.

Good luck to you. You can lead a happy and productive life with Asperger's.

Answer 4

i agree with what other's have written that you can't go off of what others think. you can however research it from a variety of perspectives and attempt self diagnosis. try this site:aspiesforfreedom.com. i disagree with the opinion that it is not something to be proud of. being an aspie can have it's drawbacks but so can being neurotypical. i think you should just try to be the person you want to be and be proud of it whatever your neurological status. everyone has something to bring to the world and should no more be judged by their neurological state than the color of hteir skin. so if you are an aspie be as proud as you want to be! and if you aren't? do the same.

Answer 5

First, I would not rely on "some people" for this diagnoses. Get a professional opinion. And second, it is not one you will want to be proud of. It is characterized by a variety of behavior problems. In fact, the behaviors are often so severe that no one wants to be around the person. It is not something to be proud of.

Answer 6

If you truly have it then I don't know that it's something to be proud of as it can cause problems, however if you've been struggling for a while for a diagnosis then take some happiness in the fact that you know what it is .

Answer 7

Asperger syndrome — or just AS — is one of five neurobiological pervasive developmental disorders (PDD) that is characterized by deficiencies in social and communication skills. It is considered to be part of the autistic spectrum and is differentiated from other PDDs and from High Functioning Autism (HFA) in that early development is normal and there is no language delay. It is possible for people with AS to have learning disabilities concurrently with Asperger's syndrome. In these cases, differential diagnosis is essential to identify subsequent support requirements. Conversely, IQ tests may show normal or superior intelligence, and standard language development compared with classical autism. The diagnosis of AS is complicated by the lack of adoption of a standardized diagnostic screen, and, instead, the use of several different screening instruments and sets of diagnostic criteria. The exact cause of AS is unknown and the prevalence is not firmly established, due partly to the use of differing sets of diagnostic criteria.

AS is often not identified in early childhood, and many individuals do not receive diagnosis until after puberty or when they are adults. Assistance for core symptoms of AS consists of therapies that apply behavior management strategies and address poor communication skills, obsessive or repetitive routines, and physical clumsiness. Many individuals with AS can adopt strategies for coping and do lead fulfilling lives - being gainfully employed, getting married or having successful relationships, and having families. In most cases, they are aware of their differences and recognize when they need support to maintain an independent life. There are instances where adults do not realize that they have AS personalities until they are having difficulties with relationships and/or attending relationship counseling. Recognition of the very literal and logical thought processes that are symptomatic of AS can be a tremendous help to both partners in a close/family relationship.

Treatment coordinates therapies that address the core symptoms of AS: poor communication skills, obsessive or repetitive routines, and physical clumsiness. AS and high-functioning autism may be considered together for the purpose of clinical management.

A typical treatment program generally includes:

social skills training, to teach the skills to more successfully interact with others; cognitive behavioral therapy, to help in better managing emotions that may be explosive or anxious, and to cut back on obsessive interests and repetitive routines; medication, for co-existing conditions such as depression and anxiety;
occupational or physical therapy, to assist with sensory integration problems or poor motor coordination;
specialized speech therapy, to help with the trouble of the "give and take" in normal conversation; and, parent training and support, to teach parents behavioral techniques to use at home.
Many studies have been done on early behavioral interventions. Most of these are single case with one to five participants. The single case studies are usually about controlling non-core autistic problem-behaviors like self-injury, aggression, noncompliance, stereotypies, or spontaneous language. Packaged interventions such as those run by UCLA or TEACCH are designed to treat the entire syndrome and have been found to be somewhat effective.
Unintended side effects of medication and intervention have largely been ignored in the literature about treatment programs for children or adults, and there are claims that some treatments are not ethical and do more harm than good.