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Adult Sensory Processing Disorder

Adult Sensory Processing Disorder (ASPD) is a relatively new category of sensory disease although the problem itself is far from new. Those adults that grew up in the days before this problem was identified...

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Aspergers is Neverland

I was asked today about adults with Asperger's Syndrome who grow up and what they are like. The odd thing about this question is that two or three years ago I probably wouldn't have had an answer to this but...

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Acceptance of Autism in Daily Life

When my son was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 3, I remember being in the car on the way back from Duke Medical Center and feeling very numb. Feelings were running through my head; feelings of anger,...

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The Perspectives of an Adult with Asperger Syndrome and Bipolar Disorder

It is obvious that Jagged Frost isn't my real name but it is who I am. The first part of this pen name, or Jagged, comes from a character in a well loved Star Wars series that she cherishes. This...

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On Aspergers

Aspergers is an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Its "sufferers" tend to have socialization difficulties, are quiet, have narrow interests and generally are seen by their peers as being "different".

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The Hikikomori Phenomenon

Hikikomori (ひきこもり): A term used to refer to acute social withdrawal prevalent among teenagers and adults. The term hikikomori is most commonly used in Japan, where the phenomenon is well-documented. The common equivalent terms used in the English-speaking world are shut-in or hermit, though some English-speaking people refer themselves as being hikikomori.

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A Letter to Mr Obama

Dear President Obama, it seems likely you will soon be in receipt of a man called Gary McKinnon; he is being extradited to your country from the United Kingdom to face trial in the US and could be sentenced...

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Aspergers Syndrome information

Most people refer to Asperger’s Syndrome as being “a mild form of autism,” the one that’s at the high functioning end of the spectrum and not as bad as other cases of autism. However, the diagnosis of...

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Do You Think Your Child Has Asperger’s Syndrome? Autistic Spectrum Disorder – Which Way Now?

This hub focuses on children who may have Asperger’s syndrome.  The information contained comes from personal experience and is aimed as a guide to those who suspect that their child may have an autistic...

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Guiding Children - Role of Parents in Preparation of Exam and Tests

Cracking the exams and tests with flying colors is not merely the expectation of every child but also this is the dream of many parents. Everyone feels that the kid has a tough face of studies in tests and...

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