What do you get when you cross Aperger's and ADHD?

Question

My son has been diagnosed with ADHD, with a suspicion of Asperger's syndrome thrown in. The Asperger's wasn't not formally diagnosed as such, but the signs/symptoms are undeniable. It's just mild. Needless to say, life has been tough on the poor kid.

I have found that I can really relate to most of his struggles, as I have experienced them in some form myself. The chronic disorganization of the ADHD sufferer combined with the social retardation of the Asperger's victim. Since I was a child I have always felt I was an "outsider". But for myself, I was also found to be gifted with a high IQ. School work was not hard, I loved to learn, and I crave knowledge. I can focus on things I enjoy with great patience and truly like certain mind-numbing tasks. I can become so absorbed in a book that someone will call me several times before I hear them. But other aspects of my life are a mess! Is it possible that I have all 3?? ADHD, AS, and gifted? If I do, that really sucks.

Answer 1

It's easy to read about different disorders and find that you have symptoms of what you're reading about. However, in most cases, you wouldn't neccessarily meet diagnostic criteria to be diagnosed with these disorders.

To answer your question, it is possible to be ADHD, Aspergers, and gifted (if you're using an IQ of 130 or higher as the definition of gifted).

I think it's important to remember that these labels don't "define" you as a person. Yes, they can certainly make life more difficult, but you can still go on to lead a successful life!

Your main question, however, is a bit more difficult to answer. Kids with Aspergers, ADHD, or any other "disorder" aren't always alike. You just have to focus on your child's strengths and weaknesses. Some general areas you should target to work on with Aspergers is social skills, since these kids misinterpret social cues. With ADHD, organization can be a concern.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

You don't have to feel bad about these cathegorizations. You'll not be anything less than if you have been in the past if they would give you this diagnostic. But it's useful to read about these conditions to look up for solutions... not for scaring yourself. Value your difference and your strengths and look for learning new things to make your life more exciting.

Best wishes.