Autism/Asperger's Syndrome (1 Viewer)

[Unwrittenlaw]

As an adult, where/who could I go to get tested for Autism/Asperger's Syndrome?

 

[Ilov80s]

As an adult, where/who could I go to get tested for Autism/Asperger's Syndrome?

a psychiatrist/psychologist

 

[Sweet J]

edit. Don't want my silly joke to come across as disrespectful. Psychologist is who I would go to.

 

[redman]

You're in the right place. Tell us where it hurts.

 

[Flying V]

What symptoms do you have that would compel you to seek a diagnosis?

 

[RudiStein]

As an adult, where/who could I go to get tested for Autism/Asperger's Syndrome?

a psychiatrist/psychologist

Smarmy answer: Head to the nearest university. Go to the math department and apply for a teaching position. If they hire you there's a 75% you have Asperger's.

 

[Spanky267]

Talk to your physician first. But a psychiatrist/psychologist is probaly the route you'll be sent. My son has some symptoms of aspergers and our pediatrician referred us to a psychiatrist. What makes you think you have aspergers/autism?

 

[Unwrittenlaw]

Finding small talk difficult

as a child and adolescent, didn't have a lot of friends but had a few close ones.

I have the same daily routine and couldn't see myself changing it

I don't talk a lot but there's a few subjects that I could do easily.

unable to sense when someone is being sarcastic

extraordinary music/math ability

resists being touched/I rarely touch others

I'm not sensitive at all towards sound

 

[Spanky267]

Finding small talk difficultas a child and adolescent, didn't have a lot of friends but had a few close ones.I have the same daily routine and couldn't see myself changing itI don't talk a lot but there's a few subjects that I could do easily.unable to sense when someone is being sarcasticextraordinary music/math abilityresists being touched/I rarely touch othersI'm not sensitive at all towards sound

Well, I can see why you might be interested in finding out.If it hasnt caused you much trouble to this point and you are able to work and get along rather well in society then you might have a form of Aspergers but you are probably very high functioning. My wife and I are learning alot about the disorders and there is a wide range of functionality on the autism spectrum with Aspergers being towards the bottom.I hope you can get some answers.

 

[Mr. Pickles]

As an adult, where/who could I go to get tested for Autism/Asperger's Syndrome?

a psychiatrist/psychologist

Smarmy answer: Head to the nearest university. Go to the math department and apply for a teaching position. If they hire you there's a 75% you have Asperger's.

No, I'm sure it's 100%.

 

[Please See Mine]

edit. Don't want my silly joke to come across as disrespectful. Psychologist is who I would go to.

My dear lord, how we've matured: http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...t&p=4525921

 

[redman]

edit. Don't want my silly joke to come across as disrespectful. Psychologist is who I would go to.

My dear lord, how we've matured: http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...t&p=4525921

 

[Ilov80s]

Finding small talk difficultas a child and adolescent, didn't have a lot of friends but had a few close ones.I have the same daily routine and couldn't see myself changing itI don't talk a lot but there's a few subjects that I could do easily.unable to sense when someone is being sarcasticextraordinary music/math abilityresists being touched/I rarely touch othersI'm not sensitive at all towards sound

A psychologist can give you some tests and surveys that can help determine if you fit the DMSIV definition for Autism. Here is the criteria for Autiim Disorder, what do yo think?I) A total of six (or more) items from (A), (B), and ©, with at least two from (A), and one each from (B) and © (A) qualitative impairment in social interaction, as manifested by at least two of the following: 1. marked impairments in the use of multiple nonverbal behaviors such as eye-to-eye gaze, facial expression, body posture, and gestures to regulate social interaction 2. failure to develop peer relationships appropriate to developmental level 3. a lack of spontaneous seeking to share enjoyment, interests, or achievements with other people, (e.g., by a lack of showing, bringing, or pointing out objects of interest to other people) 4. lack of social or emotional reciprocity ( note: in the description, it gives the following as examples: not actively participating in simple social play or games, preferring solitary activities, or involving others in activities only as tools or "mechanical" aids ) (B) qualitative impairments in communication as manifested by at least one of the following: 1. delay in, or total lack of, the development of spoken language (not accompanied by an attempt to compensate through alternative modes of communication such as gesture or mime) 2. in individuals with adequate speech, marked impairment in the ability to initiate or sustain a conversation with others 3. stereotyped and repetitive use of language or idiosyncratic language 4. lack of varied, spontaneous make-believe play or social imitative play appropriate to developmental level © restricted repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behavior, interests and activities, as manifested by at least two of the following: 1. encompassing preoccupation with one or more stereotyped and restricted patterns of interest that is abnormal either in intensity or focus 2. apparently inflexible adherence to specific, nonfunctional routines or rituals 3. stereotyped and repetitive motor mannerisms (e.g hand or finger flapping or twisting, or complex whole-body movements) 4. persistent preoccupation with parts of objects(II) Delays or abnormal functioning in at least one of the following areas, with onset prior to age 3 years: (A) social interaction (B) language as used in social communication © symbolic or imaginative play(III) The disturbance is not better accounted for by Rett's Disorder or Childhood Disintegrative Disorder

 

[FBGirl79]

I would suggest a psychologist over a psychiatrist and when you call the psychologist's office, ask them what areas they specialize in. Ask for recommendations to someone who specializes in Autism/Asperger's, specifically in adults if you can find someone.

Good luck!

If you want to PM what area you are in, I can see if I can find someone who specializes near you.

 

[awesomeness]

Finding small talk difficultas a child and adolescent, didn't have a lot of friends but had a few close ones.I have the same daily routine and couldn't see myself changing itI don't talk a lot but there's a few subjects that I could do easily.unable to sense when someone is being sarcasticextraordinary music/math abilityresists being touched/I rarely touch othersI'm not sensitive at all towards sound

Looks to me like Asperger's with some Autistic tendencies. Determining if someone has autism is difficult as there are many varities of Autism some more severe than others. If you do have Autism, you seem to be quite high-functioning.

 

[Corporation]

We had to have my son examined for Asperger's. He was diagnosed with PDD-NOS, which features some of the similarities of Asperger's. People with PDD-NOS can excel in somethings (my son is gifted with reading comprehension/vocabulary and music) and struggle mightily in others (in our case, math and spatial concepts). They also tend to relate to different age groups better than their own.

If you are a functioning adult, I'd venture that you probably don't have autism or Asperger's, but it's probably best to get checked out by a psychologist.

 

[RudiStein]

As an adult, where/who could I go to get tested for Autism/Asperger's Syndrome?

a psychiatrist/psychologist

Smarmy answer: Head to the nearest university. Go to the math department and apply for a teaching position. If they hire you there's a 75% you have Asperger's.

No, I'm sure it's 100%.

You might be right.

 

[awesomeness]

As an adult, where/who could I go to get tested for Autism/Asperger's Syndrome?

a psychiatrist/psychologist

Smarmy answer: Head to the nearest university. Go to the math department and apply for a teaching position. If they hire you there's a 75% you have Asperger's.

No, I'm sure it's 100%.

You might be right.

no way in hell its 100%, though im pretty sure its 50%+.

 

[HarryManback]

Finding small talk difficultas a child and adolescent, didn't have a lot of friends but had a few close ones.I have the same daily routine and couldn't see myself changing itI don't talk a lot but there's a few subjects that I could do easily.unable to sense when someone is being sarcasticextraordinary music/math abilityresists being touched/I rarely touch othersI'm not sensitive at all towards sound

Sure sounds like it could be Aspergers to me.

 

[Mr. Pickles]

As an adult, where/who could I go to get tested for Autism/Asperger's Syndrome?

a psychiatrist/psychologist

Smarmy answer: Head to the nearest university. Go to the math department and apply for a teaching position. If they hire you there's a 75% you have Asperger's.

No, I'm sure it's 100%.

You might be right.

no way in hell its 100%, though im pretty sure its 50%+.

I checked with the math department here. It's 113.5%.

 

[RudiStein]

As an adult, where/who could I go to get tested for Autism/Asperger's Syndrome?

a psychiatrist/psychologist

Smarmy answer: Head to the nearest university. Go to the math department and apply for a teaching position. If they hire you there's a 75% you have Asperger's.

No, I'm sure it's 100%.

You might be right.

no way in hell its 100%, though im pretty sure its 50%+.

I checked with the math department here. It's 113.5%.

Did they all stare at your feet when you asked?

 

[Sweet J]

edit. Don't want my silly joke to come across as disrespectful. Psychologist is who I would go to.

My dear lord, how we've matured: http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...t&p=4525921

 

[redman]

edit. Don't want my silly joke to come across as disrespectful. Psychologist is who I would go to.

My dear lord, how we've matured: http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...t&p=4525921

Now that you've been suitably embarrassed, are you not just a little frightened by how someone could reference a pretty innocuous post of yours from a year and a half ago, right on cue? I will NOT be ignored, Dan!

 

[dgreen]

unable to sense when someone is being sarcastic

So you miss out on about 90% of the FFA, don't you?

 

[Please See Mine]

edit. Don't want my silly joke to come across as disrespectful. Psychologist is who I would go to.

My dear lord, how we've matured: http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...t&p=4525921

Now that you've been suitably embarrassed, are you not just a little frightened by how someone could reference a pretty innocuous post of yours from a year and a half ago, right on cue? I will NOT be ignored, Dan!

I keep immaculate records. Way better than Capella.

 

[redman]

edit. Don't want my silly joke to come across as disrespectful. Psychologist is who I would go to.

My dear lord, how we've matured: http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...t&p=4525921

Now that you've been suitably embarrassed, are you not just a little frightened by how someone could reference a pretty innocuous post of yours from a year and a half ago, right on cue? I will NOT be ignored, Dan!

I keep immaculate records. Way better than Capella.

If you also dress in women's clothing then I'm going to start believing that J. Edgar Hoover is still alive.

 

[Sweet J]

edit. Don't want my silly joke to come across as disrespectful. Psychologist is who I would go to.

My dear lord, how we've matured: http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...t&p=4525921

Now that you've been suitably embarrassed, are you not just a little frightened by how someone could reference a pretty innocuous post of yours from a year and a half ago, right on cue? I will NOT be ignored, Dan!

This place is seriously awesome.

 

[Christo]

Finding small talk difficultas a child and adolescent, didn't have a lot of friends but had a few close ones.I have the same daily routine and couldn't see myself changing itI don't talk a lot but there's a few subjects that I could do easily.unable to sense when someone is being sarcasticextraordinary music/math abilityresists being touched/I rarely touch othersI'm not sensitive at all towards sound

Sure sounds like it could be Aspergers to me.

A friend's nephew has it and this sounds exactly like him.

 

[Gary Coal Man]

Pentagon 2008 study claims Putin has Asperger's syndrome

WASHINGTON — A study from a Pentagon think tank theorizes that Russian President Vladimir Putin has Asperger's syndrome, "an autistic disorder which affects all of his decisions," according to the 2008 report obtained by USA TODAY.

Putin's "neurological development was significantly interrupted in infancy," wrote Brenda Connors, an expert in movement pattern analysis at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, R.I. Studies of his movement, Connors wrote, reveal "that the Russian President carries a neurological abnormality."

The 2008 study was one of many by Connors and her colleagues, who are contractors for the Office of Net Assessment (ONA), an internal Pentagon think tank that helps devise long-term military strategy. The 2008 report and a 2011 study were provided to USA TODAY as part of a Freedom of Information Act request.

Researchers can't prove their theory about Putin and Asperger's, the report said, because they were not able to perform a brain scan on the Russian president. The report cites work by autism specialists as backing their findings. It is not known whether the research has been acted on by Pentagon or administration officials.

USA Today Full Article

 

[cstu]

Pentagon 2008 study claims Putin has Asperger's syndrome

WASHINGTON — A study from a Pentagon think tank theorizes that Russian President Vladimir Putin has Asperger's syndrome, "an autistic disorder which affects all of his decisions," according to the 2008 report obtained by USA TODAY.

Putin's "neurological development was significantly interrupted in infancy," wrote Brenda Connors, an expert in movement pattern analysis at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, R.I. Studies of his movement, Connors wrote, reveal "that the Russian President carries a neurological abnormality."

The 2008 study was one of many by Connors and her colleagues, who are contractors for the Office of Net Assessment (ONA), an internal Pentagon think tank that helps devise long-term military strategy. The 2008 report and a 2011 study were provided to USA TODAY as part of a Freedom of Information Act request.

Researchers can't prove their theory about Putin and Asperger's, the report said, because they were not able to perform a brain scan on the Russian president. The report cites work by autism specialists as backing their findings. It is not known whether the research has been acted on by Pentagon or administration officials.

USA Today Full Article

Putin is a brilliant guy and does show signs of mild autistic behavior (doesn't like to look people in the eye in interviews).

However, Asperger's isn't his problem, it's he's an #######.