I see the label HFA and I just wonder how it differs from Aspergers.

Since learning about Asperger's for my daughter I'm finding so often that I relate to so much of what I read. I've always just felt like an awkward person, even with people I'm close to like family.

Does anybody know about any waivers or grants offered for children with Aspergers syndrome? Something that could be used to pay for a companion or respite care? I know HCBS waivers cover that...but not sure if they do for Aspergers. The child was Medicad and lives in Florida. Thanks!

Can someone please explain the difference between Asperger's Syndrome and PDD-NOS. I can't find an answer that makes sense to me. Thank you in advance for your help.

It's more of a discussion really than a question, there is a rise of TV shows with the starring role filled by actors playing a person with Asperger's (The Bridge, Hannibal, ect) as a mother of a daughter with Asperger's who is 8 I like and dislike this at the same time. I do like that Asperger's is something that is being talked about now, that people have a basic understand and that people with it would not be treated as bad. The down side of this is that the actors usually have the lead role… read more

I've googled this question and read the medical answer's which were vague so I was wondering what, as parents, you feel the difference between Aspergers and autism is? Is Aspergers the same as HFA?

My son knows he has some problems. He was moved to a school that has a BD program. He wants to get better. He wants his brain to be normal. He feels alone a lot and needs to know he's not the only kid going through this. Are there any DVDs out there for him to watch to help him?

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My son was diagnosed with Asperger's at 13 and now 15. We have been searching and searching for help since, with little luck. I'm so glad I found this site. Can anyone suggest books or videos anything that may help with my Aspie son. I do have a few Temple Grandin books and I've read the Asperger's question and answer book, but was more confused with that than helped. I guess when I read it we didn't yet have the diagnosis. He has been through every diagnosis you can think of before… read more

earlier this year my 4 year old son was diagnosed with Aspergers. My understanding is children with Aspergers don't have a speech delay anybody else have this?
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