MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'aspergers autism'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:26:55 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934343&cid=t_451449_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fna5reMeRs38%2F URL: http://askjan.org/The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Working toward practical solutions that benefit both employer and employee, JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability, and shows employers how to capitalize on the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace. For: Anyone, Consumers, Researchers, Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Foundation Website, Personality disorders, Relationships, Sexual Assault, Aspergers, Autism, Bipolar, Chronic Disease, Foundation Website, Mental Health, Social SupportFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Conferences, Information, Links, Research, Res... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934343 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 17:00:05 +0100 4934343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4277924&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspiewebnet%2F%7E3%2F_NMEvPClYuA%2F A former member of British Parliament told his peers that the United States should hire admitted military hacker Gary McKinnon which is just stupid. According to The New Internet the former member of Parliament believes that McKinnon can stop future releases of confidential information with Wikileaks – the only problem with that is the information [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4277924 Tue, 21 Dec 2010 21:18:18 +0100 4277924 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4197274&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspiewebnet%2F%7E3%2FTLWhpRzJiNM%2F A student studying special education is claiming that abuse she spotted at a school was ignored because of her Aspergers Syndrome according to a video she posted on YouTube.  She made a report detailing the abuse the teacher she was interning for at Thomas Johnson Elementary in Baltimore, MD was making at special education students [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4197274 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 14:13:14 +0100 4197274 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4125197&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspiewebnet%2F%7E3%2F9SpsIYbg7p4%2F As many of you know today is the ‘Communication Shutdown Day’.  AspieWeb and many other bloggers decided not to participate.  I would like to know why you particpated or why you did not – and where you fall on spectrum of people affected by Autism.  So would you kindly take a minute to take my [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4125197 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 21:47:32 +0100 4125197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4077463&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspiewebnet%2F%7E3%2F11mV6O4X5es%2F In an example of some of the stupider sides of advocacy long time autism rights advocate Joe Mele is defending Dr. Nick Dubin who was recently arrested by the FBI for being a pervert.  For those that do not yet Dr. Nick Dubin a long time autism self advocate was recently arrested by the FBI [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4077463 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 04:50:12 +0100 4077463 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3767188&cid=t_451449_122_f&fid=34736&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FChannelN-PodcastsPoweredByOdiogo%2F%7E3%2F__E2_hWip5M%2Ftemple-grandin-on-autism.html Focus on Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome Noted author, advocate, and person with autism Temple Grandin in a 2008 talk on autism and Asperger’s syndrome. (Source: Channel N) Channel N blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3767188 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 12:30:30 +0100 3767188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3683811&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fhelp-aspergers-son-have-sex%2F So the mother of what I presume to be an adult with Aspergers wrote in asking for help on getting her son with Aspergers to get some.  Yes literally, she wants help to get sex for her son.  Frankly I am quite disturbed by this request, and I do wonder if it is a troll [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3683811 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 10:18:42 +0100 3683811 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3420702&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautistic-appointment-placed-on-hold-council-on-disability-ari-neeman%2F Autistic Ari Ne’man’s appointment to the National Council on Disability has been placed on hold anonymously in the Senate according to news resources.  Ari Ne’man is the founding president of ASAN or the Autism Self Advocacy Network and has done large amounts of advocating on the Federal level.  Recently President Obama announced he would be [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3420702 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 02:04:20 +0100 3420702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3420703&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Ftodays-dumb-comment%2F Every once in a while I get a comment from someone who is either mislead or just frankly not that bright.  Today is one of those days.In a comment posted to an article on Christian Healing Timuchin writes: Aspergers will never be healed; it is genetic. Autism is not genetic at all, but is [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3420703 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 23:55:26 +0100 3420703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3387008&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fhacker-aspergers-sentenced%2F Computer hacker Albert Gonzalez who has Aspergers Syndrome is to be sentenced this week to 17-25 years in prison for his role in stealing over 130 million credit card numbers from various retail chains. Like Pentagon Hacker Gary McKinnon the defense is trying to use the diagnosis of Aspergers Syndrome to get a lighter sentence [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3387008 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:28:25 +0100 3387008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3378676&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautism-aspergers-christian-healing%2F Yesterday I had a talk with one of my pastors about Aspergers Syndrome, and he keeps saying he feels God will heal me one day and I will be normal.  To be honest this angers me and I’m not sure why.  I believe Aspergers is a big part of who I am, Aspergers helps define [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3378676 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:23:21 +0100 3378676 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3083164&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fnegative-aspects-high-functioning-autism%2F There are so many positive aspects often talked about when discussing higher functioning autstic people, I thought maybe we should discuss the negative aspects of being a higher functioning autistic.  I think this issue is not discussed that often, and being someone that is higher functioning I know there are definitely some drawbacks.  But I’ll [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3083164 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 17:56:51 +0100 3083164 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3036010&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Funemployment-rates-disabled%2F Currently in the United States unemployment rates are high – and even higher for those with disabilities.  Its really difficult for anyone to find a job, and even more so difficult for those with disabilities.  Official unemployment rates for those with disabilities are over 17 percent, and that does not count those who have given [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3036010 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 05:06:21 +0100 3036010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3026866&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-child-runaway%2F A child with Aspergers Syndrome recently ran away, and spent 11 days in a subway according to reports.  Francisco Hernandez Jr survived with just $10 in his pocket and a book bag on his lap.  The 13 year old with Aspegers Syndrome a form of Autism got in trouble at school and then ran away, [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3026866 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:42:56 +0100 3026866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3015426&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fseinfeld-confronted-by-autistic-autism-speaks%2F Jerry Seinfeld, a supporter of Autism Speaks was recently confronted by an Autistic Person outside a Autism Speaks fund raising event.  It was caught on video.  Jerry Seinfeld seems to be blowing off the person with Aspergers Syndrome who is asking him not to support Autism Speaks.  The person recording the video repeatedly tries to [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3015426 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:45:16 +0100 3015426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902925&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fmckinnon-extradition-halted-for-review%2F UK based hacker with Autism, Gary McKinnon has had his extradition to the United States halted for review.  The UK Home Secretary halted McKinnon’s extradition to review new medical evidence on McKinnon’s mental health.  McKinnon has admitted to and is charged with hacking into US Military Computer Systems.  According to McKinnon’s mother her son is [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902925 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 08:45:41 +0100 2902925 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2899142&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautism-speaks-protest-boston-ma%2F Autistic people are planning to protest a fund raising walk held by Autism Speaks in Boston, MA this Sunday, October 18th.  Autistic people are getting quite upset with Autism Speaks, and there very bad behavior.  Recently Autism Speaks recently degraded autistic people in a video to solicit funds for their organization.  In the past they [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2899142 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:04:03 +0100 2899142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2899143&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fwhy-i-have-not-left-relationship-sick%2F Many people ask why I have not left Katelyn.  The answer is actually very simple.  Love, and commitment.  Yes Kate made some very serious accusations  about me, that I raped her which was proven false after she admitted it.  Katelyn is also currently living in an adult foster care setting and has a guardian.  The [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2899143 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:52:07 +0100 2899143 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2894707&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautistic-boy-saves-teachers-life%2F In Houston, Texas an autistic child is being hailed as a hero.  Ten year old Kyle Forbes saved his teacher’s life.  Art Teacher Sherri Lowe and Kyle were alone in her class early Tuesday morning when Sherri began choking on an apple she was eating.  Kyle ran to the rescue and gave Lowe the Heimlich [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2894707 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:10:55 +0100 2894707 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2890861&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautism-police-brutality-victim-files-lawsuit%2F The family of a thirteen year old boy with Autism who was tazered last year and allegedly subjected to false arrest has filed a lawsuit and is seeking class action status.  According to the complaint the child was acting out in school and the family and police were called.  The child’s older sister arrived [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2890861 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:52:58 +0100 2890861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2890863&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fgirls-woman-autism-video-report-pddnos%2F A television station in Indiana is doing a week long special report on Woman and Autism.  The video from today is a very uplifting and enlighting story on what its like to be a woman on the autism spectrum.  Its about a young girl who has been diagnosed Pervasive Developmental Disorder (Not Otherwise Specified) also [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2890863 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:11:28 +0100 2890863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2890864&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-sexual-side-effects%2F So awhile back when Kate was having a mental health breakdown she accused me of raping her.  Well that’s quite impossible for several reasons.  I’m writing this because the rape allegations were very public, and I feel its time to be honest about the truth so it may help others with similar situations as mine, [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2890864 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:36:06 +0100 2890864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2890865&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautism-speaks-protest-columbus-ohio-state-university%2F Many people with Autism protested at the Autism Speaks fund raising walk held at Ohio State University.  Autistics are protesting a recent video published by Autism Speaks that uses lies and fear mongering tactics to raise money for their organization.  Tactics hateful and incorrect statements as Autism Destroys marriage – when a recent study by [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2890865 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:41:16 +0100 2890865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2876270&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fparents-give-autistic-marijuana-medical%2F I recently found a news item where parents were giving their nine year old son medical marijuana to help him cope with Autism.  According to the parents the marijuana is helping him cope.The parents give their son the medical marijuana through marijuana tea and marijuana oil based cookies.  According to the story the child comes [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2876270 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:15:59 +0100 2876270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2862688&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fhouse-md-aspergers-psych-hospital%2F So I have been watching the new episode of House, the season opener for this season.  In it House is in a psych ward.  In the episode there is a lot of nonsense, including House getting a very sexual visit with someone while in the psych ward, him getting to go to a dinner with [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2862688 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:10:24 +0100 2862688 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2824375&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautism-speaks-i-am%2F I was having a pretty damn good day, then Autism Speaks had to go and piss me off.  Watch how they did it. Autism Speaks came out with a new advertising campaign, a new video about 3 minutes long that in a very terrifying tone declares me the enemy or marriages, communities, and happiness. I have to [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2824375 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 03:00:50 +0100 2824375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2812539&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fcrimes-against-autism-2009-september%2F The following crimes against people with Autism was sent on an email list I’m part of.  I thought I would share it with you.  Remember this is just one month, and only 1 in 150 people have autism – most are undiagnosed. 16 September 2009 – Fresno, CA, USA A ten-year-old boy with autism who was [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2812539 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 16:07:17 +0100 2812539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2786224&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Ffragile-x-syndrome-pregnant-testing%2F Hi everyone its Kate. I have been doing some research on something called Fragile X Syndrome or FXS. I have a feeling that Zach may have FXS and would like to look into testing for it.  Some of his family history and traits are there. One is flat feet and also a lot of people [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2786224 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:57:45 +0100 2786224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2762095&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fnow-some-good-news%2F Seeing as everything on here has been kinda bad news latley, I thought I should share some good news about the baby, Kate and some other things. The Baby Kate has told me when we were hanging out the baby is healthy.  The due date is Febuary 13 2010, which would be one day before our one [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2762095 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:38:58 +0100 2762095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2745596&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fcrime-blogger-has-autism-chicago%2F A 16 year old only known as “Timmy” by the followers on his blog has been blogging throughout his summer break for 15 hours a day – 9AM until midnight updating the people of his neighborhood in Chicago on the latest criminal dealings live as they happen.  What is also not known about Timmy is [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2745596 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 11:27:24 +0100 2745596 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741539&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Falex-barton-pt-st-lucie-sue-autism-voted-class%2F Melissa Barton, the mother of Alex Barton a student with Aspergers Syndrome a form of Autism filed a federal law suit against Port St. Lucie County School District. Barton claims to be suing in order to create a better environment for students with disabilities, saying “I want change for Florida. I want change for the United [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741539 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:16:09 +0100 2741539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741540&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautism-nigeria-scam%2F We received a Nigerian email scam with an interesting twist, its about a boy with Autism! We received our first Nigerian email scam via the contact box.  This is a huge thing for me, as I have never recieved one through a contact form before! my grandson Gavin Amora 5 yo boy from Philippines , seeking for [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741540 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:33:10 +0100 2741540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2734193&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-fallen-in-love%2F One of the conversations I have been having with myself lately is attempting to define what love is.  What many people don’t realize is there are many different types of love, but there is only one true definition of love.After looking back on all the drama in the relationship I’m in many people claim to [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2734193 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:25:42 +0100 2734193 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2727350&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fschool-autism-service-dogs%2F Like many other disabilities such as being blind, deafness and seizures many Autistic People have service dogs.  The problem is many schools are not allowing service dogs for people with Autism into their school calling them comfort animals.School districts are saying that that the service dogs for autism provide no service, but just rather comfort [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2727350 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 18:44:46 +0100 2727350 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2702463&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fdisability-healthcare-reform-autism-aspergers-townhall%2F Its time to discuss how the health care reform would affect those with Autism and their families.  So seeing as all the politicians are having townhall meetings on health care reform – why can’t AspieWeb? This post is going to be much like a forum thread, for people to talk about how the healthcare reform will [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2702463 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 08:51:11 +0100 2702463 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2699812&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fwhat-a-snafu%2F For those that don’t know what a SNAFU is, google it – if you do know what it is, you will understand.  This also includes a special note to Gary McKinnon. The Background: Kate contacted me and said she was sick of the lies, and she wanted to let the truth spill out – and her mother [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2699812 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 03:44:56 +0100 2699812 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2512439&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fannouncing-buyautism%2F I’m announcing a new web project - BuyAutism.com.  The aim of this site is to have a central area of pro-neurodiversity type merchandise at the top of the google results instead of Autism Speaks and DAN merchandise.Buy Autism is going to list shirts, books, stickers, keychains, art and a whole bunch of other stuff - [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512439 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:22:09 +0100 2512439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2512441&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fadvocacy-autism-aspergers-vaccine%2F There is a huge line that you have to cross to become ineffective at advocacy, and here is a prime example.  A person who has a great message, that vaccines do not cause autism created a video that is more like a porn video. (Its Safe For Work if Your Wondering). In my eyes this seems [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512441 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 17:41:47 +0100 2512441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2512444&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-fas-fetal-achohol-pregnancy-difficulties%2F Helping Kate through Pregnancy is such a difficult thing, she normally sometimes has a very hard time with very large decisions - and the hormones are just making it worse on her.  Plus with me have Aspergers Syndrome, and Kate having Fetal Alcohol Syndrome its also a very difficult time as both have large impacts [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512444 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:45:34 +0100 2512444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2512445&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fpentagon-uk-aspergers-autism-hacker-computer%2F The UK based computer hacker that successfully disabled several national security systems at the Pentagon, Gary McKinnon is claiming that Aspergers Syndrome - a form of autism will result in him harming himself if extradited to the United States. Gary McKinnon is a British Hacker who took down several national security systems at the Pentagon.  McKinnonon’s [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512445 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 14:04:49 +0100 2512445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2473901&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-fas-prenatal-test%2F Well we have known Kate has been pregnant for just under a week, and to be honest I’m seeing a lot of changes in the both of us.  Kate is starting to realize how much of a blessing a disability such as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Aspergers Syndrome are. Yesterday she told me how boring [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2473901 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 22:07:15 +0100 2473901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2447991&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fpet-therapy-autism-aspergers%2F Pets can be very great for those with autism, aspergers and other disabilities.  People with Autism, Aspergers and other disabilities often have trouble with social situations, and a pet really does not care about the social norms, and will always remain loyal to its owner.  People with disabilities often form bonding relationships with pets, because [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2447991 Sat, 30 May 2009 17:21:02 +0100 2447991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2424373&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fabout-oppinions-neurodiversity%2F About.com is seeking your opinion on the Neurodiversity Movement.  With the recent coverage of Ari Ne’eman and the Autism Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)in Newsweek Magazine much opposition has risen.  About.com editor Lisa Jo Rudy explains, “my opinion, is that there is no such thing as “autism.” Instead, there are multiple “autisms,” each quite distinct. And [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2424373 Tue, 19 May 2009 15:33:34 +0100 2424373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2349286&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2Fb53sIH2gxBA%2F As many people are aware Autism and some textures just don’t work out.  Well I have a friend who creates home made felt hats, pillowcases, bags and plenty of other things.   Yes - I’m guilty of plugging a friends bossiness, but seriously I love the texture of felt and its so comforting to me. Suzanne Higgs [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2349286 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:46:12 +0100 2349286 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2296706&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FhIK0ubfCtdQ%2F So I have a bit of a situation, I work at a manufacturer again - but this one is a lot different than the one I used to work.  The problem is I’m getting very overwhelmed with the hours I’m getting, plus all the noise.Working 10 hour days in this really noisy enviroment with all [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2296706 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 13:27:03 +0100 2296706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2260219&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FVHRl5ORN7Co%2F This is very local to me, but two people with Aspergers Syndrome have just been awarded the National Merit Scholorship.Jacob Gritter-Dorr, 17, a junior at Lawrence High School in Lawrence, MI and Robert Brindley, 18, a senior at Gobles High School in Gobles, MI were just awarded the national merit scholarship.  According to the courier-leader [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2260219 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 15:32:50 +0100 2260219 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2234584&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FNhgoXBc5JgI%2F Eileen Parker a mother with High Functioning Autism has opened a store to sell Weighted Blankets for others on the Autism Spectrum that she has made.  If you buy weighted blankets why not buy from someone on the Autism Spectrum instead of a large manufacturing company. Weighted Blankets help calm those with Autism when we get [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2234584 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 13:43:10 +0100 2234584 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2205612&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2F4KSVVbyLRLc%2F Wendy Portillo, the teacher who was suspended for having her kindergarden class vote Alex Barton, a student with Aspergers out of class wept as she appealed the suspension in front of  Division of Administrative Hearings.  According to Portillo, “If I could take that morning back, I would.” Last year teacher Windy Portillo asked her class to [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2205612 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 09:55:18 +0100 2205612 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2195787&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2F0--VGETPrZ0%2F United States President Barack Obama is intending to use autistic people, and those with other disabilities for a public relations stunt to sway the 1/2 of Americans who were against the stimulus package.Here’s an email from Ari, the president of the Autism Self Advocacy Network dated February 15th… At the request of the White House, we’re [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2195787 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:26:40 +0100 2195787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2188488&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FAvZNDZ64AS8%2F As some of you know, my landlord has recently moved to evict me due to my companion dog - which is illegal and considered a form of discrimination according to the Fair Housing Act.  Here is an update on the situation - including a new round of threats from the apartment complex.As of Saturday I [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2188488 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:35:59 +0100 2188488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2188489&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FDJiOE3yQQnQ%2F So last night Kate and I had our valentines day a bit early, and kind of unplanned - but it was awesome, and it included some support from friends to deal with the overwhelming crowd - without them knowing they were supporting us. Kate and I have been going to church together for quite some time, [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2188489 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 10:37:29 +0100 2188489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2184118&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FwwBhkqtC_dw%2F It just happened - an apartment complex has sent eviction paperwork to me because of the companion dog I keep to help me with Aspergers. Background I sublease through a mental health service provider an apartment in Concord Place Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI.  Before moving to this apartment I subleased from the service provider a more [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2184118 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:51:28 +0100 2184118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2160970&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FGt_X8X29OFA%2F Many of you may remember Heather Kuzmich a finalist on the TV Show “America’s Next Top Model” who also has Aspergers Syndrome.  She has just went on to further her education - by enrolling in a video game design school. According to Rahul Sood’s blog Kuzmich is getting into gaming because “I frigging love games and [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2160970 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 09:13:09 +0100 2160970 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2160971&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FMUEnR7JNlP8%2F A survival guide on how to survive singles awareness day, also known as Valentines Day. Yesterday I suggested some gift ideas on valentines day for those lucky people in a relationship, but the fact is most people with Aspergers Syndrome are single - and most of them desire a relationship.  So Valentines Day becomes singles awareness [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2160971 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:31:17 +0100 2160971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2157309&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FspaslCPAFPQ%2F Valentines day is coming up around the corner and as those of us with Aspergers that are in relationships are starting to realize - its a daunting time of year, so many choices.  In part 1 of this series I’m going to show some great gift ideas for those relationships that involve someone on the [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2157309 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 20:51:52 +0100 2157309 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2141914&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FdZeO5ync8TA%2F Rumor is - I’m getting married soon.  Time to consult with the toilet seat. That is all. This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2141914 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:15:20 +0100 2141914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2135122&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2F_ewjPsdGzsQ%2F So seeing as Kent Adams - also known as ChristSchool is going around the Internet spreading lies about me - I feel its time to address this situation. Mr Adams has been quite upset with me for allowing Advertising on this website for some time - he feels for some reason that attempting to make [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2135122 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 20:02:57 +0100 2135122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2125987&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FdUoaES_23Ow%2F Gary McKinnon, a UK based hacker who may have Aspergers Syndrome has through his lawyers states that extraditing him to the United States for hacking into a disrupting United States national security systems - to which he has admitted “could be suicidal”. According to the Enfield Independent Mr. McKinnons lawyers in a last ditch effort to help [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2125987 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:25:04 +0100 2125987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2116549&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FNxgZ040kErA%2F As is traditional on noon on the inaugiration day for a new President of the United States the website whitehouse.gov is changed to reflect the change of the occupant of the office of The President of The United States - and the change is a good one for those on the autism spectrum. Just one click [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2116549 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:45:43 +0100 2116549 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2116551&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2F5xKuWv6leK0%2F Going to social gatherings with Aspergers Syndrome can be a complex and overwhelming thing.  My girlfriend invited me to one recently put on by a group of her friends. recently and to be honest I was scared.  I knew I was going to get overwhelmed, I knew I could end up embarrassing both me and [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2116551 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:34:34 +0100 2116551 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2116552&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2F5An3-LK1l20%2F So earlier this morning someone posted a comment on a post I made earlier about how it upsets me the Gary McKinnon is using his Aspergers as an excuse to to get away with hacking United States Military computer systems, allegedly disabling national security systems and leaving graffiti in the system during the process.  I [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2116552 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:54:27 +0100 2116552 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2111115&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2F2slZT01_eD0%2F It appears Allison Singer has resigned from Autism Speaks as she voted against the organizations wishes at the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee.  Autism Speaks released a statement about this, to which I edited to show the true story. Autism Speaks today decried like a baby wanting attention in regards to a vote by the Interagency [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2111115 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:30:05 +0100 2111115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2096163&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2Fwo6AkwIltNU%2F I was having a conversation with someone a few days ago and they asked a conversation somewhere along the lines “How does Aspergers affect you?”  At first I did not know how to answer this question… The most difficult thing about explaining how Aspergers affects my day to day living is I never knew what life [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2096163 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 15:00:08 +0100 2096163 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090428&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FcKgheKi3CLk%2F This morning I made a move to enforce my intellectual property rights after users at wrongplanet.net have been copying and pasting entire paragraphs of content from AspieWeb.net onto their forums.  Wrongplanet’s owner Alex Plank, and their host iNetU Managed Hosting were served with DCMA Takedown Requests today. What is a DCMA Takedown Request? A Digital Millennium Copyright [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090428 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 09:01:00 +0100 2090428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090429&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FR8IzInw5tn4%2F So I’m currently in a relationship with this most awesome girl, and of course this most awesome girl has a mother who happens to read this website.  Her mother brought up the suggestion of me trying a Gluten Free Diet.  I have mixed feelings on this and have yet to hear of any real benefit [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090429 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:57:37 +0100 2090429 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2087569&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2Ftk085VMMPis%2F Autism United has begun reaching out too, err more like harassing John Travolta’s family within a week of the death of their son Jett Travolta.  According to the press release issued to the LA Times by Autism United “His role as a parent who dealt with a child suffering seizures could help to thousands of [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2087569 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 16:42:28 +0100 2087569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2084564&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FXzyu4f6w264%2F So I’ve been hanging with this girl I like lately and she invited me to a New Years Party where some of her friends and family were going to be.  Ok - maybe our relationship is beyond the point of just “hanging out” but that’s another story.  As many people know parties can be an [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2084564 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:25:25 +0100 2084564 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2081542&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FINlPfCW-gAQ%2F There are many people out there who seem to believe that Aspergers and Autism are not the same thing.  So its time to explore this issue.First lets look at it in diagnostic terms - are Aspergers and Autism the same thing.  But to put it in scope lets look at a few other conditions first.  [...] This is an excerpt from an article on AspieWeb.net, A blog writen by an Autistic Blogger. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2081542 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:30:44 +0100 2081542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2075712&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FYCA6zqhHliA%2F If you may or may not know, Autism Sunday is rapidly approaching us - in 2009 the selected day is Febuary 8th.  Autism is a neurological difference that effects approximently 1 in 150 children born today, as well as many adults and teenagers.  As autism is a neurologial difference - it can not be cured [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2075712 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 05:44:59 +0100 2075712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2075713&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FrkGJMpl9dfU%2F Aspies For Freedom (AFF) claims to be an advocacy organization according to its owner (yes it has an owner - its operated much like Autism Speaks).  But its really not an advocacy organization.  All decisions made for AFF are made by the owner, Gareth Nelson - and if you question his decision your called a [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2075713 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 03:07:54 +0100 2075713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2075714&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2Ff_FFKDRHevE%2F I just received a very disturbing comment from a user stating that Michael E. Robinson director of the The Office of Advocacy for Autistic Children just told an autistic person that his opinion is unwelcome in the proposal of an Autism Health Care bill he is proposing on the website change.orgAccording to the comment left [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2075714 Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:27:18 +0100 2075714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2075715&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FY4nm4exDR0M%2F So I just met this girl, who kinda fell from the sky.  I had to catch her as she did not have a parachute.  She has many of the things I have really looked for in a woman and for once I feel I’m not compromising my lists of whats acceptable and whats not.  The [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2075715 Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:20:08 +0100 2075715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2065849&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2F1B1vYjzhg5A%2F I just wrote a letter which is being sent to President-Elect Obama regarding autism advocacy and Autism Speaks, Inc.  I am publishing this letter in the open as I feel its important for others with Autism and those that really care to become involved as well. Mr President Elect, I am writing to you regarding a condition [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2065849 Thu, 25 Dec 2008 18:52:08 +0100 2065849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2062238&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FiptZdRuN31k%2F I’ve been noticing a new trend as of late - and frankly I find it a bit disturbing.  There is a large amount of people on Aspergers support forums who claim to have Aspergers but really may not - they are self diagnosed.  While some of these people may in fact have Aspergers, there is [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2062238 Mon, 22 Dec 2008 23:26:22 +0100 2062238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2056604&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FFz1t38xNMeo%2F Michael Robinson the founder of The Office for Advocacy has proposed the Autism Reform Act of 2009 through the website change.org, so far the idea only has a little over 900 votes.  While I don’t agree with a lot of the bill - I think its a great start, however I am going to submit [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2056604 Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:42:17 +0100 2056604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2053821&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2F4Y1QBKxECMI%2F There has been quite a lengthy discussion on Aspies For Freedom lately on people in the organization believing that Minority Status would be legally beneficial to those on the Autism Spectrum, and to be very blunt - I wholeheartedly disagree.Gareth, the founder and owner of Aspies For Freedom seems to think that disability rights != [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2053821 Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:41:54 +0100 2053821 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2036121&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Faspieweb%2F%7E3%2FGe2_8DbUavs%2F As Christmas quickly approaches so does the daunting task of finding the perfect gift for someone, and as you know people with Aspergers or other Autism Spectrum disorders can be somewhat distant, and even difficult to shop for.  So I wrote several suggestions here to help with the task of shopping. Weighted Blanket - I don’t [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2036121 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 23:18:21 +0100 2036121 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2011950&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspie-romance-movie%2F Olympus Pictures just announced a new independent film that’s set to compete in this years Sundance Film festival.  The movie is a love story about a man with Aspergers who falls in love with his upstairs neighbor, and the trials they face in their relationship. The movie “Adam” stars Hugh Dancy as Adam a man with [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2011950 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:18:05 +0100 2011950 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2011951&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Ffree-autism-center-vandalized%2F A free drop in centre for those with autism spectrum disorders was recently vandalized.  Vandals broke in through the roof ripping off kitchen extractor fans to gain entry  and caused around £10,000 (or $14,786.99 USD).  According to Autism Initiatives staff the vandals urinated on tables, damaged electrical equipment and rubbed graffiti all over. Autism Initiative NI’s [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2011951 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:55:29 +0100 2011951 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1997162&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-gift-ideas%2F So with the holidays coming up many people are going to go Christmas shopping - and as most people know people with Aspergers always are very interested in at least one topic, but there are also some other things you can get to help people with Aspergers day-to-day.  I started this list to hopefully help [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1997162 Sat, 29 Nov 2008 11:31:27 +0100 1997162 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1976389&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautism-consultant-scams-school-parents%2F Stacy Lore, creator of ‘Spectrum Kids’ is being accused of scamming Norwalk Public Schools with false credentials, and charging up to rates of up to $125 and fees for academic assessments of $1,500, falsely claiming Florida Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and the school didn’t find out about it - parents did. According to The [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1976389 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:16:38 +0100 1976389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1976390&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fand-the-problems-start%2F As some of you know I have been layed off from my last job.  Well right now money is dwindling, I have a rent bill of $420 due by December 1, I am behind a month in rent already and I only have $80 right now.  Due to that I am currently debating some changes [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1976390 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:39:28 +0100 1976390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1976391&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fbreaking-wendy-portillo-suspended%2F If you recall earlier this year kindergarten teacher Wendy Portillo had her class vote out a autistic child, and now justice has happened.   The St. Lucie County School Board voted Ms. Portillo out of class for one year - Irony huh? I have to wonder though, is a year a good enough punishment or should there [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1976391 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:13:21 +0100 1976391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1964606&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fprotection-force-from-autism%2F I just ran into a very disturbing face book group, that states its mission is l is to inform girls and women that a percentage, not most, of Autistic people are more likely to be rapists.  So what you are saying is because I have autism I am more likely to rape woman I find [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1964606 Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:07:52 +0100 1964606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1961800&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fgovt-sues-over-companion-dog%2F Apparently Federal Prosecutors have filed a lawsuit on behalf of a child with Aspergers Syndrome because his landlord placed burdensome restrictions on his need for a service dog including it had to be less then 10 pounds, carried through common areas, not be left alone for more than 2 hours, and $1 million USD in [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1961800 Sat, 15 Nov 2008 06:54:14 +0100 1961800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1921562&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fopen-letter-to-free-gary-movement%2F To The Free Gary McKinnon Movement, As someone who has Aspergers in the United States I am appaled by your behavior. Your attempt at making Gary McKinnon get away scott free with the crimes that he has admitted too by saying that he has Aspergers he should not be held just as accountable as previous hackers [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1921562 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 21:49:01 +0100 1921562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1912022&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fnew-autism-advisor-in-government%2F Canada has appointed a new Specialist Advisor for Autism at the Department of Health.  Elaine Hill will work four days week to develop a new Adult Autism Strategy, advise on the needs of Autistic Individuals and work on policy reform. Ms. Hill stated, “I am very excited about the prospect of being able to take forward [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1912022 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 21:29:09 +0100 1912022 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1908049&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspies-have-a-mental-age-of-10%2F So I have been looking around the news latley for references of Aspergers and I found another person using Aspergers as an excuse for criminal behavior.  Many people are well aware of the story of Gary McKinnon - The Pentagon Hacker.  Well now there is a mother of a child who bombed a cafe in [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1908049 Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:52:37 +0100 1908049 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1896149&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fnew-autism-support-community%2F It looks like someone (or a company) has developed an online supoort community.  I’m going to reserve my judgement about this community until I see how the community is administrated and moderated.  One of the things I like though about it is One of the the things I like about the community is when registering you [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1896149 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 01:48:45 +0100 1896149 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1883943&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautistics-lazy-stupid-or-both%2F Comedian Denis Leary decided to flex his humor muscle on autism - at the expense of Autistic people.  In Leary’s Book “Why We Suck: A Feel-Good Guide to Staying Fat, Lazy, and Stupid” he says autistic people are …”not autistic. He’s just stupid. Or lazy. Or both.”  Read more to read the entire quote Leary writes [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1883943 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 01:52:09 +0100 1883943 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1833705&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-does-not-make-computer-hacking-acceptable%2F Gary McKinnon is a hacker from Britain who is set to be extradited the United States.  McKinnon Allegedly hacked into the Pentagon’s computer system disabling and/or interrupting several national security systems while looking for info on UFO’s.  McKinnon’s defense is that the reason he hacked the United States Military was “as a direct result of [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1833705 Sat, 27 Sep 2008 13:24:44 +0100 1833705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1806800&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Ffather-had-to-kill-autistic-son%2F Although details are kinda sketchy at this time, A Grand Junction, Colorodo shot his teenage son - who has Aspergers Syndrome in the face when he was sleeping September 11th.  The man told his wife, “I had to kill him because you were ruining him.” and then fired more rounds into his Son’s face. Although it [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1806800 Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:54:03 +0100 1806800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1770847&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspies-at-war%2F The popular Autism Rights forum Aspies For Freedom has been locked down - no new users are allowed, and no new posts are being permitted.  Multiple long time users have been banned permanently as well. Apparently some turmoil happened at that website, after allegations of peoples threads or posts disappearing for no reason.   The moderator EvilZakkie [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1770847 Sat, 06 Sep 2008 19:51:37 +0100 1770847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1760496&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fcompany-seeks-out-autistic-employees%2F Symmetry Electronics in Hawthorne, CA is actively seeking out individuals on the Autism Spectrum for employment according to an article in the Wall Street Journal. Symmetry has partnered with Focus on All Child Therapies (FACT)  to bring awareness and education to there existing employees on the Autism Spectrum. FACT then helps match potential autistic candidates with [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1760496 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 21:22:52 +0100 1760496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1747387&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fmovie-on-autistic-surfer-dude%2F A new movie entitled ‘Just Add Water’ was featured recently at a showing in Hawaii.  It featured the story of Clay Marzo a professional surfer who is also Autistic.  The movie follows around Clay during his surfing tours and shows how his struggles how he struggles with Aspergers.   EDIT: I added a trailer and info [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1747387 Sat, 30 Aug 2008 23:50:28 +0100 1747387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1743103&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-as-a-legal-defense%2F There is an ongoing court case in which a British teenager recently diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome hacked into United States Military Computers and allegedly disabled several national security measures.  In his fight for extradition it seems as though the fact he has Aspergers Syndrome was used as an attempt to lessen his consequences. My question is [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1743103 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:32:47 +0100 1743103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1729771&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fmy-hateful-fanclu%2F I’ve noticed I have a pretty hateful fanclub now - which could mean only one thing.  My voice is being heard and its upsetting some people.  Now after looking at the people its upsetting and why I really don’t see this as a bad thing. The first thing I’m noticing is the guy over at Autism [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1729771 Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:41:21 +0100 1729771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1724038&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fwork-is-not-good-aspergers-autis%2F So for the last 3 weeks or so I have tried working at a pharmaceutical manufacturer in my area.  Aspergers has not been kind to me - I’m scared to show up now, to anxious to sleep because I have had already a meltdown on the floor which involved me crying, and I feel so [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1724038 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:03:31 +0100 1724038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1717994&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fautism-and-sports-competitions%2F I was reading through some Autism Related articles and I came across a post on About.com’s Autism Section regarding competition and autism. In it a parent seems frustrated about her autistic son’s lack of interest in sports competition. he’s tried out all kinds of sports. Some, like tennis and bowling, were his own idea. He can [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1717994 Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:49:25 +0100 1717994 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1696739&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fbook-explains-autism-to-kids%2F Debbie Lockrey-Wessel wrote a book to explain Autism to kids. She wrote it after her experience of growing up with a younger brother that has Autism. The book helps children understand autism and explains that autism is not a disease you can catch. The book is avaialable from essentialautism.com. (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1696739 Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:43:10 +0100 1696739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1631999&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fmedia-autism-portrayal%2F I was reading an article on a hacker who got off without being convicted for infecting a million computers and causing millions of dollors in damage.  The Article was named Autistic Hacker Escapes Penalty. This really bugs me as the reason the hacker got off had nothing to do with him having Aspergers Syndrome.  It [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1631999 Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:19:59 +0100 1631999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1632000&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspergers-autism-and-college-a-new-source-of-help%2F I found a great article in the Arizona Republic on a new programstarting up at The University of Arizona - Chapel Hill that is aimed to help Autistic People with the overwhelming situation of leaving home and going to college. Chapel Haven West, a two-year residential program for young adults with autism-spectrum disorders, launched June 30 [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1632000 Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:47:12 +0100 1632000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1616878&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fwhat-google-thinks-of-special-people%2F While this may be outside what I would normally post here, it kind of upset me.  Look at this screenshot I just found today. Why am I posting this, well I think Google has recognized a trend in society - that all people that have some sort of difference in their lives are considered ‘retarded’.  I [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1616878 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:53:51 +0100 1616878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1597292&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fabortion-of-autistics-is-apparently-compassionate%2F I was chatting with a ‘friend’ - or someone that I thought was one about some of my issues with Autism Speaks a while back and she made some horrific comments on IM.  This has been on my personal blog for quite some time now.  After kinda wrestling with it I want to post it [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1597292 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:55:50 +0100 1597292 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1597293&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fattention-autistics-abc-news-wants-us-to-speak%2F ABC News wants to hear from autistic individuals and family members for a one hour newscast, now isn’t that awesome!  So if you want to speak out and possibly be heard on a one hour newscast here’s your opportunity! How to submit: Via cell phone: Record a 15- to 45-second clip and email it to: icaught@abcnews.go.com Via the web Click [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1597293 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:34:55 +0100 1597293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1554843&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fchil-with-aspergers-writes-about-bullying%2F A 12 year old with Aspergers Syndrome and Tourettes wrote an emotion filled letter which was shown in a newspaper about the bullying he received in school and how it made him contemplate suicide. Elija Vetma after being being bullied because of Asperger’s and Tourettes wrote a letter, which was printed in a local newspaper about [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1554843 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:29:25 +0100 1554843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1552411&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fthe-word-from-zazzle-management%2F I finally got a phone call back from Zazzle Managment and discussed with them whats going on. As to whether Autism Speaks directly contacted Zazzle about this product. Zazzle: Well we have recieved letters in the past from um ah Autism Speaks in regards to prodcuts withtrademark violations so when our um content management staff came across [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1552411 Sat, 28 Jun 2008 02:26:15 +0100 1552411 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1544602&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fyour-own-customizable-t-shirt%2F Well you spoke and said you wanted shirts, well I have listened.  It took a while, but I have figured out an awesome new thing! These shirts can be custom made for you, the one to the left has been custom designed for me.   You can replace Zachary your name - and proudly show that you [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1544602 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 22:59:12 +0100 1544602 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1544603&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fwhy-the-autistic-rights-movement-is-not-taken-seriously%2F I have been wondering why people don’t take the Autism Speaks movement clearly - and while all this was happening with Autism Speaks I found one part of the answer The Answer is certain people think that being immature and impolite to the world that were trying to educate is an acceptable way of advocating.  What [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1544603 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:11:20 +0100 1544603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1544606&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fwhy-is-autism-speaks-so-bad%2F I’ve received a lot of inquiries as of late about why I and other people dislike Autism Speaks, and I think its important that people understand why I think Autism Speaks does not in fact support Autistic People, read more for some examples Please not that the following is my personal opinion, and does not express [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1544606 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:49:14 +0100 1544606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1538743&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fwhat-you-can-do-and-thanks%2F Over the last few days I have been overwhelmed with a lot of support, immature idiots and people asking what they can do to help.  Well read more while I address these. First of all I would like to thank the people who have been very supportive of this, particuarly Kelly Becker - the last autistic person [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1538743 Sun, 22 Jun 2008 20:02:53 +0100 1538743 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1538744&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fproof-that-autism-speaks-is-attacking-autism-self-advocacy%2F I just received the official reply from the shirt manufacturer which confirms that Autism Speaks gave them legal notice to take down the shirt… read more to view the letter! Dear Zach,   Thank you for your email.   Thank you for your interest in Zazzle.com, and thank you for publishing products on Zazzle. Unfortunately, we have been contacted by [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1538744 Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:21:03 +0100 1538744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1538745&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspieweb-vs-autism-speaks-fight-for-the-right-for-autistics-to-speak%2F AspieWeb has sent a reply to the legal DMCA take down notice received through our manufacturer, plus were making a shirt (and even more merchandise) to commemorate this historic and stupid move of Autism Speaks! Wednesday afternoon I crafted the following response to the manufacturer and have yet to receive a response. Hello,   I produced the following shirt to [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1538745 Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:10:36 +0100 1538745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1531370&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35089&url=http%3A%2F%2Faspiefamily.org%2Fdad%2Fautistic-pride-day-2%2F Today is Autistic Pride Day, something that originated a while back with Aspies for Freedom if I recall correctly. [later: Kristina thinks so, too. note: I edited my Autism Pride Day link to match her's as well]. ShareThis (Source: Aspie Dad) Aspie Dad blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1531370 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:31:47 +0100 1531370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1538746&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Faspieweb-being-bullied-by-autism-speaks%2F I just received a legal notice from the big bad bully Autism Speaks because I designed a t-shirt that says “Autism Speaks Can Go Away.”  It appears Autism Speaks is now using legal threats to shut up Autistic people that disagree with there stance on Autism. Many people know Autism Speaks threatned  the parents of an Autistic Child [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1538746 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 17:31:13 +0100 1538746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1538747&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fa-web-browser-for-autistic-children%2F I found a great story in the boston globe about a grandfather who developed a web browser for his Autistic son.  The browser called the ‘Zac’ browser reduces the number of options and stimuli from the browsing experience to prevent Autisitc children from getting overwhelmed. By Brian Bergstein AP Technology Writer / June 3, 2008 John LeSieur is [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1538747 Thu, 05 Jun 2008 21:14:53 +0100 1538747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1538749&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fabuse-of-5-year-old-autistic-in-a-school%2F Five Year old Alex Barton (photograph left) was bullied in a Saint Lucie County Florida Elementry School by his teacher - who also encouraged his peers to do it as well.  Alex is currently undergoing evaluation for Aspergers Syndrome, a form of Autism. After some behaviors which can be easily attributed to Aspergers Syndrome the teacher allowed [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1538749 Tue, 27 May 2008 17:22:29 +0100 1538749 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1538751&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fchurch-bans-autistic-boy-from-mass-for-being-autistic%2F The Rev. Daniel Walz has banned an Autistic Child and there family from attending St. Joeseph Catholic Church in Bertha, MN.  The article further states that…. “The family’s request for certain accommodations — such as clearing aisles when the family leaves church — have gone unfulfilled”. Standing more than six feet tall and weighing more than 225 [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1538751 Mon, 19 May 2008 15:27:22 +0100 1538751 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1538752&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=37107&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aspieweb.net%2Fabuse-and-autism-advocacy%2F More and more Autistic people keep complaining about how organizations describe Autism as “a disaster” or an epidemic.  Well one parent decided to write an email to one of these organizations - and she got a horrific response which you can read. (CONTAINS STRONG LANAGUAGE) The Orriginal Email: (March 28th) To: jonathan.howard@runthedream.ca, Subject: You run & reasons Cc:bill.robertson@runthedream.ca,alex.bittner@runthedream.ca,alison.pickard@runthedream.ca, becky.doyle@runthedream.ca,bryan.howard@runthedream.ca,carly.murdock@runthedream.ca, kevin.cassan@runthedream.ca,kevin.fraser@runthedream.ca,lauren.canzius@runthedream.ca, mike.mccarther@runthedream.ca,scott.rogers@runthedream.ca,warren.howard@runthedream.ca Sir, Words like these [...] (Source: AspieWeb.net) AspieWeb.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1538752 Sun, 18 May 2008 19:14:17 +0100 1538752 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1234613&cid=t_451449_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F235473285%2F URL: http://www.foggyrock.com/RSS: http://www.foggyrock.com/xml/FoggyRockRSS.xml Foggyrock.com is a social site for family, friends and providers of individuals with autism. For: AnyoneTopics: Aspergers, AutismFeatures: Articles, Commentary and Blogs, Community and Social Networking, Forums (Source: PsychSplash) PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1234613 Fri, 15 Feb 2008 10:26:48 +0100 1234613 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1167235&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F220845257%2F Charlie is in his last year of elementary school and will be moving onto middle school in a few months. A survey for the Fifth Grade Yearbook came home in his backpack with a list of questions and a request for a kindergarten photo. I’ve been looking through old computer files for a photo of 5 or 6 year old Charlie (who did not go to kindergarten; he was in an “elementary autistic” classroom). Yesterday, I read out the questions to Charlie—–favorite subject? favorite food? favorite singer? favorite band? favorite sport? favorite book? favorite thing to do?—-and he echoed back answers. So, keeping in mind Sunday’s discussion about yes and no, I offered choices and asked the questions a few times: Do you like the Ramones or Jimi Hendrix? Jimi Hendr... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1167235 Tue, 22 Jan 2008 08:37:18 +0100 1167235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1167236&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F220637459%2F I’m preparing to teach a class in Roman History, which meets for the first time tomorrow, Tuesday. We’ll start ab urbe condita—from the time of Rome’s legendary founding in 753 BC—-and end sometime in Late Antiquity, with the unraveling of Romanum Imperium. One of the first things I plan to ask the class is what they know, or think they know, about the Romans and I’m semi-sure someone will mention the hypothesis about lead poisoning causing the decline of Rome—–just as, when anyone in the future teaches about the history of autism, there will be mention of the autism/MMR hypothesis (here’s some history on that by Kevin Leitch). To quote philosopher Santayana’s oft-paraphrased statement: “Those who cannot remember the past ... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1167236 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 23:13:16 +0100 1167236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1166427&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F220531380%2F This study has meaning and significance, but it’s still a tiny, little step forward. This is a very small percentage of kids,” said Patricia Manning-Courtney, MD, director of the Kelly O’Leary Center for Pervasive Developmental Disorders at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. “I’m not sure how we would apply this information clinically or what my next step would be. Everybody wants a biomarker for autism, but we’re already learning that there is not going to be one. “Some experts question how specific these chromosomal abnormalities are to autism. For example, not all of the children with this genetic variation in the New England Journal of Medicine study had a diagnosis of autism. They were identified as having developmental del... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1166427 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 20:36:54 +0100 1166427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1166428&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F220454081%2F from 10 - 11.30pm. Shriver was the founder of the Peace Corps, VISTA, Community Action, Head Start, Legal Services for the Poor, Youth Corps, Job Corps, and the Special Olympics and headed President Lyndon Johnson’s War on Poverty. American Idealist is written and produced by Bruce Orenstein and is part of the Chicago Video Project. My husband, Fordham University professor James T. Fisher, speaks about Shriver, disabilities, and the Special Olympics. An article in the New York Times contains an interview with Shriver’s daughter and First Lady of California, Maria Shriver. An excerpt from a review of the film in the Los Angeles Times: The issues that Shriver tried to address — poverty, education, healthcare, public participation in the democratic process and the domes... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1166428 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:31:17 +0100 1166428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1165339&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F220286699%2F “We put a lot of energy into birth to 3 and somewhat through the teen years, but depending on when they graduate, they fall off the end of the earth.” “Why put resources, energy and money into them and then have nothing when we know that if our young adults are supported into the next stage, they are going to do OK.” So Lois Rosenwald, co-director of the Connecticut Autism Spectrum Resource Center says in the January 20th Hartford Courant about autistic adults. Rosenwald was instrumental in developing a $1million pilot program that was created by the Connecticut legislature a few years ago “to assist adults of normal intelligence with diagnoses on what is called the autism spectrum”; it is the first such program (according to the Hartford Courant). T... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1165339 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 10:02:10 +0100 1165339 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1165340&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F220082571%2F Once “refrigerator mothers” were blamed for causing a child to become autistic—-now are “toxic mothers” (who’ve been using too much bismuth-containing lipstick and face make-up) the culprits? Share This (Source: Autism Vox) Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1165340 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 00:20:11 +0100 1165340 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1163251&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F220016325%2F Clicking on a mouse Downloading music Surfing the Web These are all new “technological milestones” in a child’s development, notes today’s New York Times. Charlie has #1 down and last night we were looking at some You Tube videos of ferris wheels together……. Share This (Source: Autism Vox) Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1163251 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 21:10:39 +0100 1163251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1163252&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F219899125%2F Jim had to attend a work-related function Saturday night, so I took Charlie swimming at the YMCA, where there’s a special Saturday program that reserves one of the pools for autistic children only. I asked Charlie if he’d like to see a movie and he said “yes”—-and when I brought up the subject back at home, he said “yes” and then “no” and then “yes.” “How about Alvin and the Chipmunks?” I asked. “Yes,” said Charlie. And then, “No.” By this time, it was getting too late to see the computer animated version of Dave Seville and three squeaky-voiced creatures, so I asked Charlie about dinner. “Dinner, yes,” said Charlie. As he has been saying, with a pleased smile, “Chinese... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1163252 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 16:00:37 +0100 1163252 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162857&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F219607519%2F Says Matthew Belmonte, a neuroscientist and assistant professor in the Department of Human Development at Cornell University, about Tito Rajarshi Mukhopadhyay, a severely and minimally verbal autistic young man originally from India and now living in Austin, Texas, and the author of two books, The Mind Tree: A Miraculous Child Breaks the Silence of Autism and The Gold of the Sunbeams and Other Stories. “In a way, Tito is unusual in that he has done so well at independent and flexible communication. But I think the whole point is in another way, he’s not unusual at all. He’s typical. You see this guy with flapping hands and having all of these impulsive and compulsive behaviors and not able to communicate on our terms and you think maybe there’s not a lot going on ... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162857 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 00:00:51 +0100 1162857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162576&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F219494443%2F There was Mr. Richard, who had a disabled brother; at least a dozen special needs (many autistic) kids were on his bus (and no bus matron). There was the older woman from Russia who told me “your driveway is not convenient for me” and “my eyes are not good.” There were the two women, both grandmothers, who drove a beat-up burgundy minivan and whose saris were made of heavy brocades in the winter, and lighter fabrics when spring came (sometimes a little girl rode in the front passenger seat). There was Miss Linda, who greeted Charlie with a “Come on in, Charlie” and—even after she had been told that we had moved back in September—-still drove by where we used to live, just to be sure that Charlie did not need a ride. Now it’s Miss Valeri... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162576 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 18:14:29 +0100 1162576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162043&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F219301448%2F Everyone has a six-word story, or so Smith notes (and here’s a video—some pictures must only be worth six words). Indeed: Sometimes (a lot of times) in our house, a little goes a long way. My son Charlie can talk, mostly in short phrases or single words and six words at one time from him is quite a lot. Blue ocean, Chinese food, I know. It’s telegraphic speech, in which a single word is connected, by fibers invisible and strong as the threads of a spider’s web, to a full cosmos of meanings. All in just six words. Share This (Source: Autism Vox) Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162043 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 09:10:45 +0100 1162043 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162044&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F219145885%2F Researchers from the University of New South Wales report on a new way to detect autism earlier by studying the connectivity of the brain; it is hoped that, by incorporating psychological and biological factors in assessing young children, autism might be detected earlier. Another way to screen for autism in young children—-and even in children prior to birth—would be via genetic testing. Last week, scientists in the New England Journal of Medicine published a study about the deletion or duplication of chromosome 16 and susceptibility to autism. A January 18th Toronto Star article the family of 11-year-old Joshua Bond, who has autism and who is missing chromosome 16 (Joshua was involved in the study at The Hospital for Sick Children). The next step, already underway at Sick K... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162044 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 00:33:41 +0100 1162044 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1161052&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F218995013%2F Journalist David Kirby, author of Evidence of Harm: Mercury in Vaccines and the Autism Epidemic: A Medical Controversy, says this in an interview with the News-Times of Connecticut: “People don’t treat autism as the catastrophe it is. I’ve never seen such complacency in a health crisis, especially (one) in children……If one in 150 kids (the current autism rate) were getting cancer or going blind or dropping dead on the street, you can bet we’d be mobilizing every resource we had.” Why treat something—autism—as a catastrophe when it is not? Sure, like many/all families with autistic children, we have some really difficult moments (days, weeks……). My son Charlie does seem to have what is called “catastrophic thinking,&... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1161052 Fri, 18 Jan 2008 18:17:06 +0100 1161052 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1161053&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F218773364%2F Geneticist Michael Wigler has proposed a “unified genetic theory of autism.” Drawing on his work studying cancer genetics, Wigler took a different approach than that of researchers using classical Mendelian genetics; last year he published two articles about spontaneous mutation and autism. A March 2007 paper in Science suggested that large genetic events—”copy number variations, where large segments of DNA are duplicated or deleted–that arose spontaneously in a child (without appearing in a parent)“—could account for more than 30 percent of cases of atuism. A July paper in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science USA stated that spontaneous mutation accounts for 75 percent of cases and noted why some families might be at “high risk... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1161053 Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:05:06 +0100 1161053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1158249&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F218448391%2F The jury in the trial of Karen McCarron has issued a verdict of guilty on all counts, report’s today’s Peoria Journal-Star. Share This (Source: Autism Vox) Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1158249 Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:48:43 +0100 1158249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1158250&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F218385397%2F Texas-based Tempest Tours is offering a “special tour for guests with autism. Tempest Tours’ president and founder Martin Lisius has a 9-year-old daughter, Maddy, who has autism. Says Lisius: “We created this expedition after receiving contacts from parents of children with autism who were curious about our tours…….Maddy is beautiful and bright. She and all ASD kids deserve the same exposure to new experiences that other children receive. Maddy loves to learn how things work. Storm chasing is a complex and rewarding process that will challenge any child’s mind and ignite imagination.” My own son often shows a lot of anxiety before a storm starts, as if he can sense the changes in the sky and the air pressure; when the actual storm—-rain an... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1158250 Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:32:46 +0100 1158250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1156798&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F218043422%2F The Age of Autism is, its editor Dan Olmsted proclaims, “the first daily Web newspaper for the environmental-biomedical community—-those who believe autism is an environmentally induced illness, that it is treatable, and that children can recover.” Those who write for The Age of Autism do not follow “journalistic group-think” and “believe whatever ‘the experts’ tell them”—-The Age of Autism, it is promised, is going to make a “difference.” So what kind of news do we get from The Age of Autism folks? Pathbreaking discussions of new theories about the causes of autism, or treatments for autistic kids? New suggestions about how to help autistic children learn not to engage in self-injurious behavior without electroshock... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1156798 Thu, 17 Jan 2008 06:57:20 +0100 1156798 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1155929&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F217842824%2F A key legislative committee in Massachusetts is weighing a bill to significantly decrease the use of electric shock in “aversive therapy” at the Judge Rotenberg School (JRC) in Canton, according to WWLP. Senator Brian Joyce says that the treatment is “barbaric” and that it should be limited to those who present a clear risk of injury to themselves or others. A state investigation into the JRC was called for after an incident last summer in which two former students telephoned in and ordered shocks on a student still at the center. Some parents have spoken in support of the school as “saving the life” of their children, some of whom have autism, mental retardation, and developmental disabilities. Other serious administrative lapses and questionable practi... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1155929 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:01:17 +0100 1155929 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1155930&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F217742560%2F Closing statements were heard at 9am today in the trial of Karen McCarron, the former pathologist who is charged with suffocating her three-year-old autistic daughter, Katherine “Katie” McCarron on May 13, 2006. On Monday, psychiatrist Joseph Glenmullen testified that Karen McCarron was suffering from a psychotic disorder when she killed her daughter. Yesterday, another psychiatrist, Dr. Terry Killian, testified the opposite as reported in the Peoria Journal-Star: “People who are rational and in control of their senses do stupid things at times,” including murder, Killian said. “At that moment, they were angry enough to do something stupid.” Killian said he reviewed the hundreds of pages of documents in McCarron’s file and has interviewed her b... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1155930 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 17:22:22 +0100 1155930 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1154037&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F217404268%2F Post updated January 16, 1.05am. On Monday, psychiatrist Joseph Glenmullen testified that former pathologist Karen McCarron was suffering from psychotic depression when she killed her 3-year-old autistic daughter, Katherine “Katie” McCarron, on May 13, 2006. On Tuesday, January 15th, another psychiatrist, Dr. Terry Killian, took the stand and said McCarron knew what she was doing when she allegedly murdered her three year old daughter who had autism, HOI News reports:  The psychiatrist who took the stand Tuesday said there was nothing to suggest McCarron didn’t know killing her daughter was wrong. He said over 50 people saw McCarron around the time Katie was killed and no one thought she was psychotic. The doctor said McCarron has recurrent major depression. He said she... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1154037 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 03:28:29 +0100 1154037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1152563&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F217124284%2F Autism mother Jenny McCarthy has often spoken about how she earned the equivalent of a Ph.D. from the  ”University of Google” while researching treatments to “recover” her son Evan from autism. She’s not the only student to have matriculated at this fine (if virtual) university: Rather than “trolling though musty books for their term papers,” kids these days are also “regurgitating whatever material pops up in their Web browser.” Who needs a “brain dead neurologist” (as McCarthy refers to one of her son’s doctors) when you’ve got the U of Goo? Share This (Source: Autism Vox) Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1152563 Tue, 15 Jan 2008 17:00:50 +0100 1152563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1150707&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F216895740%2F It was just a car. The car was bought at a Subaru dealership in White Bear Lake outside of the Twin Cities in Minnesota in June of 1999. We chose green, same as the Saturn we had driven up from St. Louis, Missouri, the summer before, and said no to heated seats. Charlie was diagnosed with autism in July of 1999. He had just turned two years old on May 15th. It was 90 degrees plus the day we got the report from the Child Development Center of the Children’s Hospital of Minnesota. We lived in a second-floor duplex off Grand Avenue in St. Paul with one air-conditioning unit in Jim’s and my bedroom. The carpet was hot when I woke; my books were hot; the plastic cups that Charlie stacked and knocked down, and stacked and knocked down, and stacked and knocked down over and over... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1150707 Tue, 15 Jan 2008 07:55:02 +0100 1150707 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1150708&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F216698761%2F Psychiatrist Joseph Glenmullen testified today that former pathologist Karen McCarron was suffering from psychotic depression when she killed her 3-year-old autistic daughter, Katherine “Katie” McCarron, on May 13, 2006, today’s Peoria Journal-Star reports. According to Dr. Glenmullen, “McCarron’s statements to police during a videotaped confession showed she was out of touch with reality.” Dr. Glenmullen is a Clinical Instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and is the author of books about antidepressant use. Today was the sixth day of McCarron’s trial. From WMBD/WYZZ TV: Harvard doctor Joseph Glenmullen testified he believed McCarron suffered from a major depressive disorder that became psychotic at the time of her daughter Katie’s dea... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1150708 Mon, 14 Jan 2008 22:54:34 +0100 1150708 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1149734&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F216577288%2F The January 13th Shreveport Times describes the 13 supplements that Jennifer Blaton gives to her 7-year-old autistic daughter, Darbee, as a “cocktail.” Once a week a chelating agent is added, and Darbee gets B12 shots twice a week, and goes to a Defeat Autism Now! practitioner in Baton Rouge once a month for intravenous chelation. Darbee, her mother notes, still does not talk and is “‘on the honor roll, she reads, writes, does math, but her speech is just not there…….She knows what she wants to say, her wires just get crossed.’” Barton follows the DAN! protocol, which is a sort of manual for using biomedical interventions for autistic children. Many of the treatments included in the DAN! protocol are experimental and draw on alternative medic... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1149734 Mon, 14 Jan 2008 18:35:44 +0100 1149734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1149735&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F216414600%2F Charlie pulled two books out of the book shelf. Saying “Blue ocean!” he pointed to a patch of blue on the cover of The Littlest Angel. Saying “green bed!” he pointed to a pink cloud that, I suppose, could be considered to have sort of a chaise lounge shape. I pointed to each letter of “angel” and he read them out: “It says ‘angel’” I said. “A,” said Charlie; I was pointing, I realized, at the “a.” I ran my finger under the entire word: “Angel!” The other book was an old Barney book about “what will you do when you grow up?”. I pointed to the Barney logo at the top (the purple dinosaur’s name in a purple oval with a green oval behind) and asked “What does it say?” &#... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1149735 Mon, 14 Jan 2008 12:57:45 +0100 1149735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1148203&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F216196013%2F Lose the Training Wheels is a Virginia-based program that teaches special need children to ride a bike. Children start using a specially adapted bike and can move on to using a conventional bike. You can read about their program here (with photos showing the adapted bikes) and see a schedule of camps that teach children to ride here. The January 9th Novato Advance describes the 4-day Learn to Ride Marin Bike Camp sponsored by Easter Seals Northern California. Here’s a description of the adapted bikes: Instead of having a back wheel like most two-wheel bicycles, the bikes have a roller with weights and the occupational therapists shift the weight once the child demonstrates competence when riding. When the child feels confident with one weight position the weights are shifted so t... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1148203 Mon, 14 Jan 2008 02:39:42 +0100 1148203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1147278&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F216094203%2F Paddling by a teacher—-it happened to 4-year-old Austin Andrews, who is 4 years old and attends Livingston Parish School in Louisiana. From WAFB:  “I couldn’t believe he had this mark on him,” says Ashley Andrews. She says she discovered large whelps on her four-year-old son, Austin Andrews’ bottom, while undressing him after school last month. “I’ll ask him who gave him a bo-bo and he repeats bo-bo and doesn’t want to talk about it.” Austin’s parents, Ashley and Bill Andrews, have kept Austin home since December 14th from Live Oak Elementary School, where he was in preschool and received speech and occupational therapy. WAFB does quote Ashley Andrews saying that “‘On December 6th, we signed for him to have a paddl... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1147278 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 21:31:24 +0100 1147278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1147279&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F216014395%2F Charlie has been taking piano lessons from the same wonderful teacher (at Innovative Piano) since July of 2006. We’ve been working our way through “Frosty the Snowman” and “Auld Lang Syne” over the holidays, and just added “The Blue Danube” to Charlie’s repertoire. Charlie’s teacher used to teach at an ABA school here in New Jersey and he incorporates ABA into his piano teaching, especially when he first taught Charlie to learn the notes on the piano (using letters velcored to the keys) and also to read music (by slowly introducing Charlie to the notes, to the treble and bass clefs; by including only one line of music at a time per page and gradually adding more lines to a page; by carefully and minimally prompting Charlie). The teacher... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1147279 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 17:30:10 +0100 1147279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1147280&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F215929435%2F Monday. The The Archives of General Psychiatry publishes Continuing Increases in Autism Reported to California’s Developmental Services System: Mercury in Retrograde. The trial of Karen McCarron begins. Tuesday. A new documentary, Today’s Man is shown and discussion ensues. Wednesday. Three articles about CNTNAP2 as an autism-susceptibility gene are published in the American Journal of Human Genetics. Thursday, Friday, Saturday. A lot of discussion ensues. Today’s Man: A Documentary about Nicky GottliebA new documentary about 28-year-old Nicky Gottlieb, who has Asperger’s syndrome; the film was made by his sister, New York director Lizzie Gottlieb. Thimerosal Exposure Declines, Autism Rates IncreaseFrom a study published in the Archives of General Psychiatry: Expos... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1147280 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 13:00:09 +0100 1147280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1146458&cid=t_451449_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F215786177%2F Researchers from Singapore have found that the aroma of chocolate chip cookies prompted splurging on expensive sweaters. Its not a perfect analogy, but who knows that it might not hurt to blow in some chocolate cookie scent into the room where you’re having an IEP meeting. Maybe it’ll prompt those Child Study Team members to agree to “spend a little more” on services……………     Photo courtesy of desertculinary via Flickr.      Share This (Source: Autism Vox) Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1146458 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 05:09:55 +0100 1146458