Aspergers Syndrome (with a hard g, like you would say “burgers”) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, named after the Austrian doctor Hans Asperger. It was added to the DSM in 1994 and was a separate disorder to autism, in 2013 it was changed to Autism Spectrum Disorder as it came to light that Hans Asperger was responsible for the deaths of many children during WW2.
Here’s a link explaining changes made in the DSM
https://www.spectrumnews.org/opinion/viewpoint/why-fold-asperger-syndrome-into-autism-spectrum-disorder-in-the-dsm-5/
below is a report on Hans Aspergers appalling behaviour https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.independent.co.uk/news/science/asperger-nazi-study-latest-proof-hans-autism-research-spiegelgrund-a8311181.html%3famp
Here is a blog which I came across many years ago, it has the most comprehensive list of Aspergers traits I’ve come across on line: https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/taniaannmarshall.wordpress.com/2013/06/22/first-signs-of-asperger-syndrome-in-young-girls-pre-school/amp/
And another one by the same author http://www.aspiengirl.com/
(I’ve already covered the self talk on an earlier blog about Autism and ASD but didn’t go into the Aspergers Syndrome (ASD) properly)
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Hello,
If you are reading this, chances are you typed the following words into google: ‘I TALK TO MYSELF’.
If I’m right, read on as I want to share my findings with you.
I didn’t introduce myself above as I wish to remain anonymous, I won’t be sharing personal details but you can call me Sam for now.
Mental health is a serious matter, the stigma is out of control, it exists even in health care sadly.
Words can be extremely hurtful, please be kind when commenting.
The talking behaviour I mention in my first blog, is not understood, for some it may be coping mechanism and may not be disruptive to their daily lives, for me it causes a great deal of distress and I believe it’s a symptom of something more serious.
If you are a health professional or researcher, please take note as it may help you to understand this behaviour which I believe isn’t listed in the DSM (let me know if I’m wrong) . It’s a secretive behaviour which I mentioned to my GP at the age of 16 and didn’t mention again until 25 years later as the first doctor was dismissive. The psychologist I spoke to in 2018 referred me to an ADHD specialist for assessment based on the difficulties I face on a daily basis, I wrote everything down, the only thing she failed to recognise was the talking.
That’s what led me to research for myself. In the coming weeks I will be sharing all my findings.
Although I’m an academic and don’t leave any stone unturned when researching, my writing style may not suit every reader and to be honest , it reflects the state of my chaotic mind, I suffer from considerable impaired cognition, combined with mood swings and extreme lack of motivation, which makes it difficult to gather my thoughts. If my writing isn’t coherent, you’ll just have to put up with me I’m afraid.
I hope this blog will offer comfort to people who are coping with mental illness on a daily basis.
For those who are seeking help, write down clearly what your difficulties are prior to speaking with your GP or mental health professional. Write everything, don’t be embarrassed about it, there is no shame in having a mental health problem.
If like me you are on a waiting list in the UK, you’ll have to sit tight, the waiting lists for adult mental health are ridiculous, I’ve been waiting for 14 months already, still no appointment!
I know the overwhelming despair that comes with not being able to access the right care quickly enough. Just hang in there, remember you are not alone.
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