Aspergers! a video explanation

[RATTER15]

I found this very interesting so I thought some of you lot may also.
Thishttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbgUjmeC-4o

[Philtaz]

For another insight, read The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night Time. One of the best I have ever read.

[smudge]

Thank you for that RATTER15.

That kid is so eloquent & for someone who has difficulty reading, he's done really well for himself.

I've often wondered what the difference between Autism & Aspergers syndrome is, but am now a little more aware.

[Pippa68]

Brilliant!

Alex reminds me so much of my eldest daughter ~ his speech is the same, although I would say that he has more expression in his voice than she does.

Although he has problems with reading and my daughter doesn't (However she didn't read at all until she was almost 9) he is much more eloquent..there is no way she can open up and describe her problem as well as he can.

Thanks for posting xx

[RATTER15]

Hi Pippa68, I didn't know you had a daughter with aspergers!

I hope you didn't find this upsetting!!

I think a lot of what he says is phrases that he has picked up from a therapist somewhere along the line, but he is an incredible lad.

I hope your Daughter is coping well!!

[Aprilis]

Appreciated that RATTER15, thank you.

[Skreecheeboy]

Thaks for that Ratter. It will take me an hour to download it on dial up but it should be interesting as I work with a few people with it. Quite challenging at times, you must have the patience of a saint Pippa if your daughter's anything like the guy we've been working with recently!

[cazzz1975]

Thank you for that ratter, it was lovely to hear it from his perspective, my son is non verbal and I would love to know sometimes what is going on in his head, or even what his voice sounds like!!

[RATTER15]

cazzzzz that is such a shame about your Son!!!
I just hope it helped, even in a small way!!
So many people with these illnesses and so many more just totally unaware of what these kids and adults go through on a daily basis, mentally and physically and they just get on with life!!

Truly inspirational

[Pippa68]

Didn't upset me at all, love..I appreciate the posting very much. If it helps just one person understand Aspergers, it is all worthwhile.

I applaud Alex for making the video. He has explained the condition much better than I ever could ~ and as Caz (the diamond) knows, as parents of Aspergers kids we have a lot explained to us by professionals..andof course we live through it to some extend as we deal with our children.

I think I have already expressed my admiration for Caz. I don't have half of what she lives with on a daily basis..but she copes incredibly well. I have often found it hard dealing with my daughter but I cannot begin to imagine the stress Caz and her family have in their lives.

I salute you again, Caz.. :o) xx

My daughter is coping well, RATTER ~ thanks for asking. She is planning to take the train to college tomorrow and I am feeling a little anxious about it..it will be the first ime I haven't dropped her off! I have offered to come with her but she won't hear of it. I am trying to let go....

[Pippa68]

Sorry about the typos..My bad!

[Liztiz]

Thank you for putting that link up RATTER15. One of my children is Asperger,that boy is spot on!

[cazzz1975]

wow thank you for that pippa and ratter!

Of course its difficult for anyone who has children on the spectrum, so I think we all have some very difficult times!

and just like my older autistic son who doesnt take compliment s well I shall go and headbutt the fridge now lol!!

[RATTER15]

My own Daughter lives in sheltered accommodation near Croydon, she is a severe epileptic, from the age of three she starting having seizures and missed out on so much schooling, having up to 20 seizures a day and having to wear a cycling helmet to protect her head at all times.

She is know a beautiful young lady who has decided to live near Croydon after going to a special college near Crawley and making many friends in the area.

She still has regular seizures but is a lot more controlled know but still needs close monitoring. She will never be allowed to drive a car and employers run a mile when they find that she is a severe epileptic.

She is always very positive and has never complained, she travels by herself and recently flown to Sweden by herself with no problem, I am so proud of her!!!

[Pippa68]

And so you should be RATTER ~ she is amazing!!!!!!