The inability to handle EXTREME stress.
Someone with aspergers syndrome can certainly become a chiropractor, provided they can meet the educational criteria (4 years of undergraduate university, 4 years of chiropractic college, pass board exams). That being said, chiropractic is a health care profession that involves alot of one-on-one interaction between a doctor and his/her patient, and communication skills are a big asset. As aspergers syndrome is characterized by significant difficulties in social interaction, a chiropractor with aspergers syndrome may have a difficult time interacting/communicating with his/her patients, and thus may not be very successful. Thus, although someone with aspergers COULD become a chiropractor, I would suggest that they strongly consider whether or not it is the right career choice for them.
Once other diseases have been ruled out, the patient's symptoms will be compared with a set of diagnostic criteria. The patient must have a fever lasting five days or longer that does not respond to antibiotics
the criteria for a diagnosis of schizophrenia is that a patient be continuously ill for at least six months, and that there be one psychotic phase followed by one residual phase of odd behavior
There is no definitive test, like a blood test, but there is a list of criteria that characterize AS. You can take some tests online to determine this, or you can see a therapist for an official diagnosis. Many adults decide for several reasons not get an official diagnosis, that knowing on their own is enough. Click on the links below for more information.
The usual diagnostic criteria for neuroleptic malignant syndrome includes the presence of hyperthermia (temperature over 38?C or 101?F) with no other assignable cause, muscle rigidity.
The "Discovery Criteria" for Asperger's Syndrome by Tony Attwood and Carol Gray can be found at the links provided below. The characteristics of people with Asperger's Syndrome are put in positive terms. Attwood's website has a description of Asperger's Syndrome with the more common list of characteristics, too. Plus, The Australian Scale for Asperger's Syndrome developed by Garnett and Attwood is provided at O.A.S.I.S.
A primary diagnosis is assigned when the presenting problems meet diagnostic criteria. A provisional diagnosis is assigned when the presenting problems meet some of the criteria for a disorder, but more information is required for a diagnosis to be assigned. An individual can be assigned both primary and provisional diagnoses depending on their presentation. For example, the diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder; Cocaine Induced Psychotic Disorder, Onset during Intoxication (provisional), suggests that the client presents with depression and meets the criteria for MDD. In addition, the client appear to be experiencing psychosis as a result of consuming cocaine, however until the effects of cocaine wear off, the clinician does not know if the psychosis is a result of the cocaine, or is present when the substance is not in the body (which then may indicate a psychotic disorder). Therefore a provisional diagnosis is assigned.
Looking at the diagnostic criteria of Asperger's Syndrome and lists of characteristics commonly found in people with Asperger's Syndrome is a start on recognizing Asperger's Syndrome in adults. However, adults can learn accommodations, so it can be harder to recognize. You can get additional information from family who might be aware of childhood characteristics or of adult idiosyncracies that would not be noticed under most circumstances. One more source of information is the person himself or herself, who might share thoughts and feelings that he or she is able to camouflage in most situations.
Disciplinary action does not automatically disqualify an employee from receiving an award. The decision to award or disqualify an employee would typically depend on the specific circumstances surrounding the disciplinary action and the criteria for the award. However, disciplinary action may be a factor considered by the awarding entity in making their decision.
If you had developmental delays then you would have been diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder under the old diagnostic criteria - Asperger Syndrome doesn't have developmental delays, this is the only distinction between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger Syndrome diagnosis - as it is Asperger Syndrome is no longer recognized by the DSM as a diagnosis. Someone should give you an assessment for Autism, if your counselor can't do this they can refer you to someone who can - this just involves asking questions about your experiences and how you were when you were younger. It's a good idea for you to learn a little more about Autism yourself.
AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is a diagnosis given to HIV positive individuals when they have reached certain clinical criteria. Once a person's CD4 counts dip below 200 and AIDS diagnosis will be issued. There are also specific AIDS defining illnesses called "opportunistic infections." An HIV positive person can have a CD4 count above 200 but be diagnosed with AIDS if they are infected with one of those diseases.
The Duke criteria is a set of factors that facilitate the diagnosis of infective endocarditis (IE). While validation of the criteria has come from different medical facilities in several countries, it is still incorporating some minor modifications that will make it a more universal and effective diagnostic tool.