Why Those with “Aspergers Syndrome” Say Strange Things

Have you ever noticed that your ASD friend or family member sounds like Mr. Spock when they’re sharing their feelings? So unattached and impersonal. Why is that? It’s because people with “Asperger’s Syndrome” have a disconnect between cognitive empathy and emotional empathy. Many also have Alexithymia, which contributes to a disconnect between understanding their own …

Conversing with Aspergers Syndrome Partner

Pleasant conversation is governed by unspoken rules. We listen carefully, ask relevant questions, make eye contact, show genuine interest in the one we’re conversing with and we don’t interrupt or go off on unrelated tangents. All of this social give-and-take is very difficult for someone with Asperger’s Syndrome. Their lack of social awareness and empathy …

What’s It Like Living with Someone Who Has “Asperger’s Syndrome?”

is like always being the only parent even when dealing with an adult on the Autism Spectrum. You cover for their social blunders. You walk on eggshells because you never know when an uncontrolled temper tantrum will erupt. You constantly hear, “That’s not right” because they don’t ever see things from another’s perspective. You don’t …

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