SCD diagnosis
I was recently diagnosed with SCD. Since I'm a 'gifted' adult female, I realize that I fit all the categories that increase coping skills and make diagnosis more difficult (not to mention the...
View ArticleThe stigmas of diagnosis
One thing I have noticed is a common theme of horror, disappointment, and other negative feelings associated with finally being officially told that you, or your child, has an autistic spectrum...
View Article20 minute online survey for a $10 gift card
Please review the information below about my study and consider participating. It takes about 20 minutes and would help contribute information on a topic that is not well researched from the...
View Article20 Minute Survey (Looking for parent perspective)
Please review the information below about my study and consider participating. It takes about 20 minutes and would help contribute information on a topic that is not well researched from the...
View Article20 Minute Survey
Dear Parent(s), My name is Jennifer Milbrandt and I am a student at the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Twin Cities. As part of my doctoral psychology program, I am...
View ArticleI think I have AS
Hi There, My older son age 5 was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome in the fall. Upon reading up on AS I realize that I also fit the criteria - in fact so does my husband. Our younger son has sensory...
View ArticleDiagnosis nightmares!
Please help! I need advice from any fellow Canadians out there! We seem to be hitting brick walls trying to have my seven year old diagnosed. I believe he has Aspergers Syndrome. After being told by a...
View ArticleHelp please
Hi, I have just self-diagnosed aspergers and awaiting formal assessment. My family are in complete denial and refuse to discuss it with me. I feel very lost and alone. I am 31 and read "aspergirls" on...
View Articlejust discovered i am autistic
I am 43 and just found out i am slightly autistic. Kind of blew my mind. I always knew i was a bit different from the rest and have struggled with my own identity my whole life, but had absolutely no...
View ArticleAsperger's Syndrome & High Functioning Autism
Hi All I have created a video about the devlopmental differences between Asperger's and High Functioning Autism. Heres the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFVEkH-wcy8 Kind regards Isaacs22 PIsaacs
View ArticleYay, I will get the right svs finally!
I worked hard for years for this, but finally I am approved for OPWDD http://www.omr.state.ny.us/ services in NY so now I can gradually leave my unhelpful Mental Health services that I've been getting1...
View ArticleFragile X Syndrome
I just found out about this syndrome today. According to the info on that site, 5 to 10 percent of all Autism Spectrum cases are caused by this. I cannot seem to find independent corroboration of this....
View ArticleParents Please Participate!
Parents of children with autism: Hi! I am currently conducting a survey, and I would truly appreciate your help. Please follow this link: www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=XZ_2fgOl9dgwGn_2bKHNzlKqpg_3d_3d...
View ArticleADHD and ADD
My son is severely ADHD and is also either Aspergers or high functioning autistic. For several years I did wonder if ADHD might be part of the spectrum. I'm pretty sure that it is not because I am...
View ArticleAutism Symptoms - Early diagnosis
Eric posted a great video the other day about early warning sign of autism. You can see it here. [url]http://www.autismhangout.com/video/default.asp?m=d&catID=0&id=24[/url]...
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