Asperger's Story's in the News
A brain scan that detects autism in adults could mean much more straightforward diagnosis of the condition.
The Medical Research Council study looked at 20 non-autistic adults and 20 adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They were initially diagnosed using traditional methods, and then given a 15 minute brain MRI scan. The images were reconstructed into 3D and were fed into a computer, which looked for tiny but significant differences
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Gary McKinnon and the "biggest Military Computer hack of all time"
Gary McKinnon is a Glasgow born systems administrator and hacker who has been accused of what one US prosecutor claims is the "biggest military computer hack of all time, although McKinnon himself states that he was merely looking for evidence of free energy suppression and a cover-up UFO activity and other technologies potentially useful to the public. After a series of legal proceedings in the UK, McKinnon is currently awaiting extradition to the United States
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A dozen trainees with autism are to be recruited by Specialisterne Scotland in the next six months and undergo a four-month training programme before being given positions as software testers with starting salaries from £18,000.
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Kierien Harrison, of Branston, has designed his own business cards to advertise himself as a photographer and is hoping people will see past his condition.
The 18-year-old has suffered with Asperger’s Syndrome and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) all his life, but was only officially diagnosed in 2003.
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A CAMPAINING mum who has battled for years in support of Lincolnshire children with special needs is setting up her own school.
The Therese Lord Independent School will start its life at Mrs Lord's home in Waddington with just four pupils.
It will specialise in provision for children with high functioning neurodevelopmental difficulties including the autism spectrum, Asperger's Syndrome, dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD and others.
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