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Being cruel to animals is not a characteristic associated with people with Asperger's Syndrome. Often, people with AS are more comfortable with animals than with people. They can be very concerned about the welfare of animals.
Cruelty to animals is a trait associated with antisocial personality disorder (i.e. psychopathy and sociopathy) or attachment disorder.
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Where do you go if you have Aspergers?
You can't get rid of AS, you are born with it and there is no cure :(
Can you take a test online for Asperger's Syndrome?
yes there are many tests for aspergers . there is one problem . getting a good score in a test does not mean you have aspergers . if you want to make sure that you have aspergers and you get a high score i suggest you sign up for a diagnosis . if you dont get a high aspie score its not likely you have aspergers and you shouldn't bother much . what a test says is not always true You could take an online test to give yourself an idea whether you could have Asperger syndrome, but to know for sure you would need to see a properly qualified professional, such as a psychiatrist or psychologist, for a thorough assessment.
How many people have aspergers syndrome in Ontario?
Estimating the exact number of individuals with Asperger's syndrome in Ontario can be challenging, as it is often included under the broader category of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Recent statistics suggest that approximately 1 in 66 children in Canada are diagnosed with ASD, which includes Asperger's syndrome. Therefore, while specific numbers for Asperger's alone are hard to determine, the prevalence of ASD indicates that there are likely thousands of individuals with the condition in Ontario.
Is it likely for someone to have aspergers?
Nope. In 2012 a recent article states that 1 in 86 children will be autistic. In general 1 in 10,000 people overall will have aspergers. Due to the data above, I would say that the ratio I listed is lower than 10,000 now.
What are facts about Asperger's syndrome?
1.Aspergers was found and named after Hans Asperger,2. People with Aspergers are called "Aspies",3. Aspies are often more intelligent than the general population,4. People with aspergers often have terrific memorys. 5.Aspies are very logical,6.Boys are 3 to 4 times more likely to be diagnosed with aspergers,7. Aspergers is on the autism spectrum,8.Aspies are often literal minded and may not understand jokes, sarcasm, idioms, metathors etc,9. It is estimated that 1 in 250 people have aspergers.10. Aspies often have special intrests and obsessions that they enjoy leanring about.
Can you join the police if you have Aspergers?
In order to enter the police force, a person must pass both psychological and physical reviews. I would not say it could never be done, but it would not be likely. Most people with Aspergers Syndrome tend to have some issues with speech and social interaction. These would both count against a possible officer candidate.
Can you inherit Alice in Wonderland Syndrome?
While Alice in Wonderland Syndrome appears to have some genetic predisposition (as children of sufferers are more likely to suffer as well), it is not always passed to children through their parents.
What is the prognosis for Sotos syndrome?
With appropriate treatment, management, and encouragement, children with Sotos syndrome can do well. Adults with Sotos syndrome are likely to be within the normal range for height and intellect. Sotos syndrome is not associated with a shortened life span.
Can you join the police if you have Asperger's syndrome?
In order to enter the police force, a person must pass both psychological and physical reviews. I would not say it could never be done, but it would not be likely. Most people with Aspergers Syndrome tend to have some issues with speech and social interaction. These would both count against a possible officer candidate.
Why is it believed that Asperger's Syndrome is hereditary?
It is believed that Asperger's Syndrome is hereditary because of twin studies. If one twin has AS, the other twin will almost always have it. Also, if one child in the family has it, it is much more likely that another child will also have it. If two children in the family have it, third and later children are more likely than not to have it.
What animals eat their children?
The animal that is most likely to eat its young is a alligator (if it had nothing else to eat)
Is Aspergers a sex linked syndrom?
No, but in one study boys with aspergers outnumber girls 4 to 1 where as another study read that boys may outnumber girls by 10 to 1. I am a female Aspie and there is strong evidence showing that aspergers is caused within the genes, more likely on the father's side but it can happen on the mother's side as well.
