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If the definition of nerd being used is "a person who is skilled in a science or technical field, but is boring or socially inept", then some people with Asperger's Syndrome are nerds. But, referring to a person as a nerd can be offensive.
Yes, a lot of us are nerds. An awful lot of Aspies are proud nerds and self-identify as such, but the vast majority object to AS being referred to as a disease (because it isn't; it's a disorder) or being "something wrong". AS is a disorder, and it's different to neurotypicals, but it's not wrong.
Being a nerd isn't a bad thing. Some people consider it a derogatory term, but in my experience most Aspies do not.
Many Aspies develop particular interests that they immerse themselves wholly in, learning everything there is to know about their pet subjects. A lot of us love learning for the sake of learning, which I suppose is similar. We like being nerdy.
A lot of us are nerds. Many, if not most, are geeks. Quite a few are even dorks. But almost all of us know that it's how a person is treated that matters, not what label is applied. Someone who uses "nerd" as an insult will get a very different reaction to someone who uses it as praise.
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∙ 14y agoOf course we're not crazy (well, most of us aren't anyway), we just have different ways of thinking because our brain works a bit differently. Not being able to understand facial expressions etc. does not mean that the person is crazy
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∙ 13y agoYes. I used to feel embarrassed and ashamed of it, but I now accept it and even embrace it!
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What is aspi?
Aspie = Person with Aspergers Syndrome. It's friendly slang that those with Aspergers Syndrome use to refer to themselves. People without Aspergers Syndrome are referred to as NTs - Neurotypicals.
Is aspergers syndrome and asburgers syndrome the same thing?
Close, asburgeres sounds similar to aspergers. Asburgeres specifically does not exist but aspergers does. Other names for aspergers is asperger(s) syndrome and autistic psychopathy which is the original name for aspergers.
Do people with aspergers syndrome have more complexe DNA than normal people?
No.
What are the Problems for people who have Aspergers syndrome?
We face the challenges of intolerant people, disorganization and insomnia.
How common is aspegrer's syndrome?
If Aspergers Syndrome runs in your family, then it is very common. But it is uncommon if it does not run in the mother's side of the family. There are about 1,000,000 Aspergers People in the United Kingdom, I have it so I know.
Do people with Ashberser's syndrome get depressed?
It's spelled "Aspergers" and yes, they do get depressed.
Can people with Aspergers Syndrome also have symptoms of Tourette Syndrome?
Yes they can. People with Asperger's shockingly and usu. have a combination such as having Aspergers and OCD, or ADD, depression, anxiety, and Tourettes. In some cases developing schizophrenia can occur.
What are the physical effects after vanishing twin syndrome?
aspergers syndrome
How many people have aspergers syndrome in Australia?
don't know don't care blabla
Do some people with Aspergers Syndrome have selective mutism?
I have aspergers and find myself a chatterbox to a friend and rather silent to my mother. IDK :p She gets annoyed though but what can i say? People with aspergers may or may not experience selected mutism.
What are people with Asperger's Syndrome good at doing?
It depends on their skills and abilities. People with Aspergers are not limited in many things.
What is ashburner sydrome?
Its called Aspergers Syndrome.
