Question?: Asperger Syndrome Treatment

David asks…

We have a child with Aspergers Syndrome-Can anyone help us find websites for treatment of Aspergers children?

My wife and I as parents of an autistic child just want to leave no stone unturned in finding ways to treat and help our Aspergers child. We are looking for “outside of the box” resources that look at specific treatment options. Thanks for any websites referenced or any advice based on personal experience. We will consider all information carefully. Thanks to all who reply.

admin answers:

We liked “the Oasis Guide to Asperger Syndrome.”
Just a note – I would be extremely cautious about seeking ‘out of the box’ answers to Asperger’s treatment. I understand you feel motivated, if not even desperate, to find effective treatments, but there are many out there who will prey upon those fears. And you will be left broke, with no improvement.
Our best advice as parents of a high functioning Aspie is this – forget the word Aspergers and raise your child as you would any ‘normal’ child. The word “Aspergers” is a clinical description used by Doctors for medical/insurance benefits and possible treatment plans. It should not be a label, or an excuse. Address each dysfunctional behavior with the child – over and over again. This was the best advice our Asperger’s Dr. Ever gave us. It is a long hard road and very tedious – exhausting, really. But we have made much progress. We also have had to learn to accept that there are some things that WILL NOT CHANGE.
Also, make sure your school system is stepping up too by hiring an advocate to sit in and advise in IEP meetings.
Temple Grandin is a successful example of an Aspie being raised the same way as any other child, without the “Aspergers” label. Her books are very good.

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Question?: Autistic Adults

Helen asks…

What are typical characteristics of an adult with autism?

I know it’s a huge spectrum. But in general, what are typical characteristics of a high-functioning autistic adult? The more specifics, the better. Thanks!

admin answers:

It never ceases to amaze me how little Neurotypical people understand about us.
I am going to write you a very long response that hopefully will give you a different point of view. It may seem like a rant, which very well may be true. You asked for more specific though so don’t be hating me for it.
I am autistic. I am concidered “high-level functioning” but I don’t like drawing lines of seperation. I can be referenced to Asperger’s which is the autism you ask of. I therefor am an Aspie. We Auties are a community of people in many places online and in real life. You can view first hand how Auties think on Live Journal, Myspace, You Tube even. Just search for autism. We are not disordered or disfunctional. We simply function in a different way that NT’s don’t seem to understand. AutismSpeaks.org is insulting to us.
Stop trying to cure us or prevent us. We are of life which must be diverse in all aspects of being.
Autistics.org is a site created and managed by auties where anyone can post questions or comments in different categories pertaining to autism.

As for your question:
The generalizations of our categorized neurodiversity include but are not limited to:

Speech impediment or delay due to an incompatibility between our minds way of thinking and the processing of english to represent these thoughts.
The english language is insufficient for us.
Our minds do usually do not think in a voice as yours likely does. We see pictures and feel emotions and interpret things into rational and logical ideals that words hardly encompass.
It is far easier for us to type out our thought in a more “real-time” sense.
Some of us have to use “templates” or prepared speeches that we store in mind to call upon in common social situations, like at work or school.
I have an astounding memory and so can recall much of what I’ve read or seen and appear intelligent when speaking.
I learn best through example, like working along side someone experienced, I will absorb every bit and piece of knowlege, I will figure out in my mind why they do what they do and simultaneously see a better, more efficient way, and feel compelled to tell them.
For this reason I am often made a leader or teacher.
I am not good at these things though because I falter under social pressures from people who tend to feel like I am picking them apart or trying to be better than them. They usually don’t like that I move ahead so quickley when they have been there for so long.
I am often sabotaged or mobbed.
My weakness is through influence. People seem to know this often like it’s written on my forehead.
My subconcious is very open, which is nice when I decide what goes in and take out what I dont like there… But sometimes people sneak things in and It takes me weeks or months or even years to work them out.
When this happens I shut down.Sometimes everything in my whole life falls apart. I lose everything. This has happened many times in my life. Still I can get no help and have none take me seriously except for other auties.
Other Auties who were raised in better environments call these episodes “meltdowns” and have methods for dealing with them quickley. They also tend to have support for other people. I do not. I suffer much.
None in real life have ever understood me fully.
My body movements are awkward, my style is non existent. I fail to have personality except with few I have known long.
I am a caring and thoughtful person with much to offer and yet I cannot get help.
Professionals don’t believe an adult can be properly diagnosed to have asperger’s. They want to call me bipolar or schitzophrenic. Some people link these to autism.

I love chicken nuggets by the way.

I wish every day that I could do the things in life that I could do given the right environment. I set goals to try and acheive that environment on my own… But it is so difficult, and seems it might not happen in this life time. So I resolve to make things better for my children. And then I am concerned about actually producing children who may end up suffering as I.
My girlfriend (who at times seems to be on the spectrum, but believes she is something entirely different although similar in ways) and one only true real life friend wont accept the idea of me not fathering my own children.
While the government is trying to cure diversity, people like me could really benefit from their help, but they dont seem to understand. So many organizations, like autism speaks, use words like epidemic and horrible and just so many derrogative words that are not going to give us what we need… A place in society to belong and live well and prosper.
So many of us want to make things better… And we have the drive and the focus and the fixation… We can do such great things. I can do such greatness.
Meanwhile multibillionaires soak up the wealth of the world and rather than share amonst all life which deserves to live happy, they benefit with caretakers and live-in-home cleaners,
accountants, lawyers, doctors, chefs, personal trainers, luxury, comfort, convinience.
Anyone would want these things that few take for granted, but many auties actually need this type of life style because they cannot handle any of it. Any of it. Life alone in a world of such demand is burdensome to the extreme. I have nothing left for cleaning and eating right and exercising regularly and doing my taxes, or seeing the doctor… I can’t even remember to shower regularly. I put on the same old clothes because I havent had the chance to do laundry in weeks. I am not lazy… You should see how much of myself is given away every day.
And still they want more and more and as more people learn of me, they also want of me.
I absolutely have to have time to myself regularly to “reset” or I get very moody and feel unhealthy.
I am very good at math, both logical and theoretical.
I am also very prone to music. I can play instruments without “knowing” how. I sing but only other people’s songs.
At one time I went to kareoke every weekend and people cheered for me and made references to american idol… Until they saw me faltering. Now I can’t find the confidence to sing in public. But I still sing every day at home. And I record myself to improve and listen carefully to songs over and over and over for hours.
I often have ideas of inventions or improvements on products I use or see. Sometimes I see my ideas later. I want to experiment with self perpetuating electricity generators. I have several concepts in my mind that I would build prototypes to experiment with.
I have this opportunity where I’ve bought a house that my girlfriend’s parents needed to get rid of because they couldnt afford to have 2. I made a deal with her father to a personal, interest free morgage for 30 years. The house is worth 270k
I offered 350k at 1000 each month.
This house has two apartments, one built on the back -360 sq ft. And one in the basement about the same size. Both with bath and kitchen. I can rent them out for more than the morgage. I want to build a second floor addition ontop to double the value for about 60k and alot of hard work. Then I can use the equity to build another house from scratch and sell it. Then I can become a builder of custom homes of my own design. Something I also want to do. Eventually I could be paying others to run my company while I venture into an original resturaunt. I want to distribute unlimited free, and non-poluting energy to homes worldwide. I would probably die for trying to put oil companies out of business.
Either way this is all conceptual. In my reality it would take 3 lifetimes to accomplish because I have to work so much to afford what little I have. My limitations would be solved by financial aid.
But the government would rather pay scientists and organizations to experiment with medications and look at genes for a combination they can detect when its possible to abort.
How would that make you feel?
Guess what else. I also have recently discovered that smoking marijuana gives me relief.
The government could throw me in jail anytime for this, or for tax evasion over the last 10 years for not filing tax returns and working under the table. I have many outstanding debts totalling over 30k. I dont have the power to confont these problems when they first develop, and I certainly dont have the will to overcome them now that they have grown so much bigger. I can’t even talk about them out loud even when I reherse for weeks. The stress of thinking about it is too much. I will die in Jail.
There you have only a small generalized portion of an insight into the life of a person wth high level fuctioning autism.
I hope it satisfies your curiosity.

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Question?: Rett Syndrome Pictures

Paul asks…

Why is my 2 yr old not talking or paying attention?

I have a 2 yr old, she is very active, interacts with others, looks at me when she needs something. As far a physical abilities shes great and slowly shes starting learn new things, but she is still not talking she will bable in her own language but never try to focus on what we are saying. She is in speech therapy as well as developmental therapy and no there is not sign of autism nor hearing problems. I am concerned what else it could be. Also, she does understand the meaning of no and let’s go. Most of the time when I call her she will not look at me and if she does she will turn back around to continue what she is doing. She does follow signs and gestures but when I point to something she will look at me and my finger but not the direction my finger is going in. If I tell her come here she will only do it at times and other times she will just ignore. Any idea what this could be? I talked to the pediatrician and she could not figure it out as well. Any other tests that could be done or is just a delay? I also tried showing her family pictures and I know she will not be able to name the people but she does not show any interest or show that she even knows them she will quickly turn the page. im assuming most kids would at least have a smile on their face or point or something if they saw a familiar face or even stare for a little bit. Help!
Ashley- I already spoke to her doctor

admin answers:

Since you’ve spoke to her doctor can you take the next step, ask to see a developmental ped?

Take the opportunity to rule out conditions such as Angelman, Fragile X or Rett Syndrome (these conditions are genetic, ruling them in or out is important it may alter your therapy plan, syndromes might also have medical conditions you should be aware of and with research treatment, related to the core deficiencies of these syndromes is rapidly evolving).

Sources provided below on the conditions listed above. Good luck, I hope you find your answers.

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Question?: Asperger Syndrome

Steven asks…

what are the symptoms of Asperger syndrome?

i need to know what the symptoms of Asperger Syndrome are. if antone may know please let me know.

admin answers:

If you have Asperger’s Syndrome, you might…

…Not pick up on social cues and may lack inborn social skills, such as being able to read others’ body language, start or maintain a conversation, and take turns talking.

…Dislike any changes in routines.

…Appear to lack empathy.

…Be unable to recognize subtle differences in speech tone, pitch, and accent that alter the meaning of others’ speech. Thus, your child may not understand a joke or may take a sarcastic comment literally. Likewise, his or her speech may be flat and difficult to understand because it lacks tone, pitch, and accent.

…Have a formal style of speaking that is advanced for his or her age. For example, the child may use the word “beckon” instead of “call” or the word “return” instead of “come back.”

…Avoid eye contact or stare at others.

…Have unusual facial expressions or postures.

…Be preoccupied with only one or few interests, which he or she may be very knowledgeable about.

…Be overly interested in parts of a whole or in unusual activities, such as designing houses, drawing highly detailed scenes, or studying astronomy. They may show an unusual interest in certain topics such as snakes, names of stars, or dinosaurs.

…Talk a lot, usually about a favorite subject. One-sided conversations are common. Internal thoughts are often verbalized.

….Have delayed motor development. Your child may be late in learning to use a fork or spoon, ride a bike, or catch a ball. He or she may have an awkward walk. Handwriting is often poor.
Have heightened sensitivity and become overstimulated by loud noises, lights, or strong tastes or textures. For more information about these symptoms, see sensory integration dysfunction.

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Question?: Autistic Spectrum

Chris asks…

How can I possibly be able to express myself more easily to the extent where I could become a movie director?

Right now, I’m a junior in high school. Because I have Asperger’s Syndrome, one of the autistic spectrum, I have hard time trying to express myself. Every word or 2, I always need to take a deep breath. My mom told me that movie directors have to express themselves very easily and socialize with others very well. The problem is that I am not good in either of those. Is there any way how can I help myself?

admin answers:

Well your mom is very right. Being a director you have to work with a HUGE team. You need to be well spoken and very social. Not sure about your syndrome and if you can conquer you social skills but good luck.

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Question?: Treatment For Autism In India

Mary asks…

Any way to help a lady with breast cancer?

My sister’s hand hurts and swollen. Not sure if it affects from her breast cancer or what? Is there anyway to help her? We went to see a doctor and they use some chemotherapy and radiation therapy. They don’t care for her hand. She is so pitiful when her children are still very young. Thanks in advance for your ideas.

admin answers:

Ur concern, love & affection for Ur beloved sister is fine. It is this affection ‘in action’ to save her life vis-a-vis Ur entire family. Details follow:

TARGET THERAPY* It is the God-given therapy communicated to the mankind through THE RIGVEDA, one of the Hindu scriptures.

Dr.Vora designed it in such a way that the costs are the least for the survival/rescue of common man and the poor in villages, towns and metropolis on the globe; with NO insurance cover.

•No side effects and no risk. If it clicks, mostly possible, U shall have a cure. Lest, the therapy keeps mum. No extra risk. It is the most suitable line of treatment even for the terminally ill patients. Cancer cure/prevention is quite possible. U may try it for any incurable disease including cancer of any organ[s], post-surgical recurrence of tumors, Leukemia, HIV/AIDS,Crohn’s Syndrome, colon cancer, Thalassemia, Muscular Dystrophy, Autism, Tinnitus, all brain & spinal cord disorders, CLL, Crohn’s Syndrome, etc., —it should aim @ [3] steps.
1. Removal of toxins from all internal organs & purging through Normal Drainage systems, feces, urine, menses [females], skin, lungs and vomiting.
• 2. Activating all the internal organs to make each & every organ to function up to optimum levels.
3. Supplying vitamins, nutrients, micro-nutrients, minerals, trace elements for invigorating the entire Immune system to produce antibodies.

• I studied all the books of Dr.Vora and helped my beloved Mummy in 1992 by strict compliance of all the stipulated instructions.
• Acupressure techniques & Indian Natural Remedies [comprising Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Bio-chemic salts, Herbal Remedies, Yoga/Meditation, Magneto-therapy, Sidha, etc.,] can meet all the requirements.
• Acupressure Techniques—NO SIDE EFFECTS. NO HOSPITALIZATION. Costs Affordable even by the poor. An acupressure Therapeutist can, not only diagnose any disease instantaneously, but, also prevent/treat any disease & or the affected organ[s] with the aid of Indian natural remedies. All stipulated instructions must be followed most religiously. The % of success depends upon the extent of compliance.
Remote control Acupressure points given by the God. For Treatment, hard-pressure is to be applied on & around these points with Ur thumb and middle finger.
Palms/soles:

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Dorsal side of Palms & soles to diagnose & treat ailments of eyes, spine, breast cancer, etc.,:

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4. U may try acupressure techniques and natural remedies strictly for 45 days and If U find any perceivable improvements, U may continue it for another 45 days & thereafter to have total cure.

PS:If satisfied/benefited with, U may inform others to browse ‘Yahoo Answers’ on any health issue.

Source: ‘HEALTH IN UR HANDS’ [Vol. & II] available in all Indian Languages all over the globe] by Dr.Devendra Vora, DSc.,MD.,FRCP.,—an octogenarian & the pioneer in Acupressure in India.
Dr.Vora, the world renowned Acupressurist, an octogenarian and the Bhishma Pithamaha of acupressure in India— cured and caused to cure more than 150000 cases of Cancer, HIV/AIDS, Diabetes, irregular menses and also many other most dreaded diseases—Dr.Devendra Vora has analyzed that pressure applied on certain points located on the palms and soles helps to stimulate all organs of the body, prevents disease and assists in maintaining good health. Acupressure also helps to diagnose, prevent and cure diseases like common cold, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Migraine, Paralysis, and even cancer, HIV/AIDS. Autism, Thalassemia, Muscular Dystrophy, all brain and spinal cord affected diseases.
In order to prove the “Miracles of Acupressure Techniques & Indian Natural Remedies”, we made Recorded documentations with cure for Autism, Thalassemia, breast cancer, Wilm’s tumor, Arthritis, Muscular Dystrophy, HIV/AIDS, Autism, etc., etc.

Latest updates* on “Miracles of Acupressure & Indian Natural Remedies.” With recorded documentation.

• 2. A diabetic patient aged 62 years from Hyderabad. Mastectomy of left breast in 2005 and recurrence of tumors in the left chest in 2011. Metastases/Secondaries spread to sternum and complained of breathing problems, constipation, insomnia, severe pain edema in the left chest. Chemotherapy is fraught with severe reactions & doctors refused to treat her due to advancing age & extremely weak constitution. Patient shifted to Acupressure Techniques & Indian Natural Remedies on 17102011. Feed back Dated 01012012-sleeping well, edema and pain subsided substantially and no problem of breathing on passing very stinking stools on 15122011.

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Question?: What Is Autism Speaks

Joseph asks…

Is it ok to break a lease to move to a county that can help my autistic son?

My son is autistic and we live in San Bernadino County, Autism Speaks only services LA and Orange County. We were offered a home in Hacienda Heights (LA County), could we break our lease without penalties so that we can get him the help that he needs?

admin answers:

No, your sons issues are not related to your lease. You can try to get a court order before you move, otherwise you are breaking your contract.

Evictions will disqualify you for any federally funded housing programs, not that you use any, but you need to be aware of the consequences would be for breaking the lease.

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Question?: Autism Symptoms Toddler Boys

Linda asks…

does my toddler sound autistic?

i have a 18 months old boy and i have never taken my son out in groups and stuff until 3 weeks ago…i havent noticed he is different until i saw other children…but i always felt he is not emotional and it bugged me a lot…anyway…i look online and i saw many autism symptoms that my son is probably showing…he doesnt respond to his name ever..he rarely smiles back to me unless i make sthg funny…he doesnt play with other children he just keeps wanding around and never settles on a toy and when children try to speak with him or give him a toy he just doesnt respond its like they aare not even there…when someone stops him to say sthg or to play with him he just goes on his way and doesnt stop..he never hugged me or kissed me..he may settle when i pick him up but never actually hugs me…he does come to me to be picked up or to nurse but i never feel he loves me for am his mother but only because am the source of his milk..he does make sounds but he doesnt speak yet and he doesnt call me at all when he says ma ma or da da he just making sounds not calling us…he only make eye contact when i sing for him but with other pple he doesnt look at them in the eye maybe for ine second but not more…he is not sociable at all but i thought maybe because he didnt use to be with anyone basically because i am egyptian and new in UK and he was born here but i have no freinds..what do u think ..i will get him checked on monday but i really want to know does all that sound normal or he is likely to be autistic..? does anyone with experience have an answer to this? thank you

i would also like to add other things i noticed…he always looks up and he focus alot on the light…he usually hold two similiar thing in each hand…he never follow directions unless when i say clap ur hands..he only loves clapping…he flaps his hands sometimes and he shakes them in a weired stiff way when he’s excited..am sorry for my language i hope am understandable…also he leans hid head to the side alot like he wants to look at things fron the side..not all the time but he does it alot…he is intrested in lots of toys however but not when we go in play groups he seems to have his own world apart from others.

admin answers:

I have three children, two with autism. Both were diagnosed very young and it is really, really important to get that early help if your child needs it. Your description of your son does raise concerns and it’s great you are going to get him evaluated. 18 months is NOT too young. I know from experience that it is terrifying to get them checked, and you are a very responsible and loving mom to go ahead and do it anyway! He is blessed to have you.

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Question?: Pdd Symptoms

James asks…

Is there a pyschological condition or symptom that means you are unable to detect sarcasm?

I really am so gulible and cannot understand sarcasm for my life. Its so bad! It even gets me in trouble at school with teachers who use sarcasm and i acually follow through with it and they get very angry at me. At the moment i cant find an example but i hope you understand what im talking about.

I have ADHD, which may contribute to the unable to read facial expressions part but seriously is this a condition?

admin answers:

Yes, there is a DSM-IV-TR condition that is a social communication disorder and makes sarcasm, idioms, puns, reading facial expressions all very difficult. Taking things literally is another classic symptom of a PDD. It is an autistic spectrum disorder that is dx autistic disorder 299.00, asperger’s syndrome 299.80 or PDD.NOS (atypical autism)

ADHD/ADD is considered to be part of the autism spectrum according to many neurologists though the DSM-IV-TR hasn’t been updated and many feel its outdated. These disorders do tend to run together (co-morbidities) and in families.

Sometimes when one dx is made (either ADD/HD, or a PDD which is an autisitc spectrum disorder) the other issues are largely ignored resulting in a late dx.

Http://www.asplanet.info

go under AS symptoms/AQ test

This i find pretty indicative, my score is a 42, over 32 is significant for asperger’s syndrome, and an average female score is 15

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Question?: Adhd

Michael asks…

I have adhd and my mom wont let me get adderall. What are your opinions on caffeine pills?

I zone out in school so bad. Don’t get me wrong though, I’m brilliant, ADHD is just detrimental. My mom is afraid im going to abuse/sell amphetamines if they are prescribed to me. Caffeine is the only thing I’ve found to help me so far. Would it be safe to use moderate doses of caffeine to maintain focus at school?

admin answers:

Try Strattera. Its a non-stimulate adhd medication that is not habit forming.

To answer your question, I don’t think anyone would recommend consuming a high level of anything especially something that will make you crash like caffeine.

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