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  1. J

    Is it possible for an Aspie to attain the social skills of a NT?

    i m really not sure how much is out there for adults... there is only one great book i hv read that has been of solid practical help to me, but it is actually aimed at the practising professionals e.g. psychologists rather than an aspie selfhelp book... "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adults...
  2. J

    Aspergers guy has withdrawn. Advice ?

    I hope you're still working things out with your boyfriend, but as you might realize by now, chances are his 'disappearance' will recur. It's called shutdown/withdrawal and it's a common part of how Aspies deal with everyday stress. It's best to accept this cycle as part of who he is, and try to...
  3. J

    Living with an Aspie

    Ever since my companion was diagnosed with Asperger I read about it and tried to understand. But there are things he did (maybe continues doing who knows) I still don't see as linked to Asperger.
  4. J

    Nine-year-old son with AS

    Your 9-year-old child will increasingly express an interest in and be able to take part in family decision-making, such as where to go on vacation or what foods to buy for meals. Nine-year-olds also love to plan their days, and may enjoy organizing her schedule on a planner.
  5. J

    Do parents of autistic children get disability SSI?

    Children with autism may be eligible for SSI disability benefits if their family's income and assets aren't above the SSI limits. For more information, see our section on financial eligibility for SSI.
  6. J

    What Were Your Past Obsessions?

    It is extremely common for people with Asperger's syndrome to have obsessions and interests that they talk about incessantly. These may include trains.
  7. J

    I just came across this article

    Yes, that is correct. There is no scientific evidence that MMR vaccine causes autism. The question about a possible link between MMR vaccine and autism has een extensively reviewed by independent groups of experts in the U.S. including the National Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Medicine...
  8. J

    people nagging me about jobs

    If your sister wants you to have a job, then she should be the one to help you to know how to drive. She's nuts!
  9. J

    Looking a lot younger?

    Well, obviously that's the other good side of having an aspie. I don't care if people like you doesn't act of their age.. People should learn to understand each and every one of us.
  10. J

    Alice, 24, Central Europe (all I tell is true but the name)

    Welcome to the community, Beautiful Alice! ^_^
  11. J

    Asperger's & crying.

    5 times per year and that is for no reason? hmmm.. I also cry a lot. Like thrice a week, I think. Because I have so much to worry and life is damn stressing me out.
  12. J

    Useful Aspergers Syndrome / Autism Links, Articles and Resources

    Thanks for this. I actually have a hard time trying to find articles and resources for ASD. I had copied all that is written here. and may I share a book that I've read, It's Raining Cats and Dogs - this is very informative one. Thank you. Cheers everyone!
  13. J

    How lonely and alone are you?

    I think I grow alone and lonely because I disconnected myself from the world. I like this loneliness but most of the time I hate it. I want to go out more often with friends but their all on their own, some are married.
  14. J

    Specific Food Addiction

    We all crave a certain food and we just can't resist it! Me, I like fried taco everyday but I make it a point to eat it once a day. A small size or maybe a bite size will do, just to feed my craving.
  15. J

    Autism/AS - NT love, is it possible?

    I think this entire world would be better if every person could truly open their eyes to the sparkle that lives within autism or if we could spread not only the awareness but the love and understanding that autism ushers in when it whirls itself into your life.
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