Thread: Asperger's?

The older brother of a close friend of my daughter's has Asberger's; he's in his late twenties now. He's a very gifted writer but has had several emotional battles and prefers strict order in his life. An interesting book review on the music critic Tim Page, who wasn't diagnosed with Asperger's until he was an adult: 'Parallel Play: Growing Up With Undiagnosed Asperger's' by Tim Page -- latimes.com

Quote: Originally Posted by ConeyIsBabe From my experience, I know there is a genetic component to Asperger's Syndrome or High Functioning Autisum and it takes lots of understanding and compassion to live with someone who has it; and even more strength for the Aspie to endure living in a world that is "different" for him/her. Some years ago, I ran across an excellent online support Forum for people and families who have...