Is it possible to have tendencies resembling Asperger’s Syndrome without actually having the disorder?

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1 John T 12.20.09 at 5:56 am

Most people who have the traits of Asperger’s do not actually have the condition. It’s an overly (self-)diagnosed condition.

2 Becca R 12.21.09 at 4:45 am

I think that it is highly likely as there are so many misunderstood and just plain not understood characteristics of Autism and it’s related disorders. Sounds like a great research topic, at any rate!
Have a great day!

3 Pheonix Picses 12.23.09 at 1:05 am

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4 ydoaPs 12.24.09 at 2:07 pm

AS is an Autism Spectrum Disorder. It’s not a clear cut thing. There’s something similar to the Intelligence Quotient(IQ) called Autism Spectrum Quotient(AQ). The average male AQ is 17, the average female is 15, and the average Aspie is 35. The maximum is 50.

There are probably many people like me who score in the low 30s but aren’t necessarily considered to have AS.

5 undir 12.27.09 at 6:50 am

Yes, it is possible for someone to have some of the traits or mild symtoms of Asperger’s syndrome without actually having Asperger’s. There are certain symtoms and severity that must be in place in order to be diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome.

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