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    How is Asperger's syndrome Diagnosed?

    In my case my mother recommended that I go see a therapist because she was concerned about my lack of social skills and felt it was getting in the way of me find a job in my field. The therapist specialized with ASD, and he interviewed me and my mom, and that's how I was diagnosed.
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    Autistic Man in Jail for Talking to Some Kids

    I don't think that means there is no risk. Caution should still be taken.
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    Autistic Man in Jail for Talking to Some Kids

    Hmmm, the whole situation sounds a bit off. While I am inclined to believe it was in fact a misunderstanding, I can understand the parents concern. We unfortunately live in an age where attacks on children are so prevalent, that I am not surprised by this outcome. Also, we can't just assume he...
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    Can u hold a job?

    I have no problem with holding down or finding a job, at least not due to being on the spectrum. As far as your son, it will depend on where he is on the spectrum, what his strengths and weaknesses are, how he handles pressure, and probably more than anything else, his personality and the type...
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    Someone called me ugly

    My two cents: Don't let it get to you man. People will be people, we all do that, it's in our nature. Just have to thicken your skin. Have you tried talking to her about what she said? Sometimes it's best just to let her know it hurt your feelings. Don't be aggressive, just be cool and say...
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    Do you have any gut issues?

    The only thing that bothers me is really strong alcohol, but I only tried it once.
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    Do you guys think, that making a manga about AS would be a good Ideia?

    I think you are assuming that having AS automatically means that the character will have a worse life than any other person. And there in lies the problem. AS is only one component of a persons life. Whether you are AS or NT, everyone must carveout happiness through their own unique...
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    Do you guys think, that making a manga about AS would be a good Ideia?

    Seems to me like the problem is with your perspective. Why does having a character with a yes make everything depressing?
  9. Shannon Beech

    Personal Opinions Please: Part 1

    I guess I'll put my two cents in. For the most part I seen a lot of what appeared to be very surface answers but I think each of these topics go much deeper. Honestly, each of these could be it's on forum on its own. Force versus request: As most have said to force someone to do something...
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    Advice from aspies with no experience?

    I think it's a mistake and believe to think that one needs to have direct experience with something in order to give advice on that subject. Experience is only one path to knowledge you can learn a lot just from observation too. Therefore, I don't write off or pass up peoples advice simply based...
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    Disclosure: Being true to self vs. protecting self?

    I tell those on the need to know basis or in situations where I think it would be helpful in furthering my goals are the goals of the group. I do believe in respecting mine and others privacy and I don't think it's a good idea per se just to tell anyone. I like for people to get to know me and...
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    Mainstreaming vs Special Schools

    There is no simple answer to that. Frankly, it depends. Numerous aspects go into determining which environment you'd be at your best. One is where are you on the spectrum people on the higher spectrum may benefit from being in a mainstream school if they're only real problem is the social...
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    Do you guys think, that making a manga about AS would be a good Ideia?

    You should definitely go for it. I Would really recommend Inkblazers.com. They are really good about doing reviews and giving feedback. They have an great promotion system. And a new system that allows all artists to be paid regardless of tier. They also offer print on demand services and other...
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    How do you react to major disasters?

    That sounds like me. It's hard for me to emphasize with things I don't have a direct emotional collection two or things that are unfamiliar to me. I also travel emphasizing with things I myself haven't experienced. Going back to 9/11 when it happened I didn't even know what the twin towers were...
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    How Did You React To Being Diagnosed?

    When I was diagnosed I was relieved. It was nice to finally know why I was always so different from everyone else. I don't mind being different, it was not knowing why that bothered me. Plus understanding more about what makes me me Has made life easier.
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