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Women with Asperger profiles are less likely to be diagnosed and more likely to be misdiagnosed for a number of reasons. While many professionals and advocates are working hard to change this reality, there is still a long way to go in terms of universal understanding and recognition of the unique gifts and challenges of Asperger women. While the core characteristics of an Asperger profile does not differ between genders, girls and women might demonstrate different outward reactions to the profile. While every girl and women with an Asperger profile is unique, many share certain experiences. Frequently, women with Asperger profiles, like neurodiverse men, have intense special interests; however, these special interests can follow different sets of themes. Historically, women have been less likely than men to be interested in transportation, computers, or astronomy, and more likely to be passionate about literature, the arts, animals, environmental activism, and other topics with relational themes. That said, when it comes to special interests, anything goes for both genders. There are no limits to the variety and depth of interests or expertise for both females and males with Asperger profiles. As always, these interests are ever-evolving with the times. While many people have fought long and hard to ensure universally accepted gender equality, boys and girls are still often socialized differently in our modern culture. In many places, women are still often expected to place more value on relationships than on hard-skills. Consequently, Asperger females may feel stigmatized in ways that are different than males. The gap between societal expectations and personal interests can be greater in females with Asperger profiles than in males with Asperger profiles because societal expectations for a strong social identity traditionally can be higher for females. Females may also have more difficulty in forming friendships because female relationships are frequently based on nuanced emotional and social exchanges, whereas male friendships have historically been more activity-based. However, how bullying manifests can tend to take on different characteristics based on gender. No matter how subtle or overt, exclusion and bullying can be profoundly traumatizing and affect the self-confidence and sense of security of the target individuals. Women with Asperger profiles can experience co-occurring mood disorders and often internalize feelings of frustration and failure. Starting in adolescence, they have high rates of depression and anxiety — 34 and 36 percent, respectively. A few studies have also found an compelling overlap between autism and eating disorders such as anorexia, although the studies are too small to estimate how many women have both. They may mimic their peers, watch from the sidelines, use their intellect to figure out the best ways to remain undetected, and they will study, practice, and learn appropriate approaches to social situations. Sounds easy enough, but in fact these strategies take a lot of work and can more often than not lead to exhaustion, withdrawal, anxiety, selective mutism, and depression. Shana Nichols. It is important to recognize that these diagnoses can sometimes obscure the strengths and struggles of women who have Asperger profiles. One study of children with developmental disabilities found rates of sexual abuse 1. Females with Asperger profiles may perceive their sexuality in varied ways. Due to the numerous taboos around discussion of sexuality among women, females with Asperger profiles rarely have forums for explicit conversation about this topic. Sensory sensitivities can be particularly challenging for females with Asperger profiles. Women with Autism Spectrum diagnoses are frequently put on medications with side effects that lead to reduced sexual arousal. This may lead to more Asperger women perceiving themselves as asexual. Despite their challenges, many women with Asperger profiles are very successful at parenting. Toggle navigation Books. Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Reviews Author Contents Sometimes the best books are the shortest books. This book does not have many pages but the text is succinct and clearly and accurately describes the characteristics and experiences of girls who have an Autism Spectrum Condition. Each illustration is worth a thousand words and will be perceived as engaging and enjoyable for young children, adolescents and adults. I recommend this short and insightful book to parents, teachers and colleagues as an easy-to-read explanation of ASC in girls, and to the girls themselves to explain their everyday thoughts, emotions and experiences to those who need to know. The afterword by Dr Tony Attwood will additionally help the adult readers of the book come to an even deeper awareness that can then lead the way for more meaningful discussion of ASD. Females with co-occurring disorders such as OCD, anorexia, or who are trauma survivors may need more specialists on their team. As more women and girls are receiving an ASD diagnosis, specialists are becoming more aware of the unique way females on the autism spectrum present and are developing new ways to help them thrive. Recognizing signs of autism in girls can happen earlier when parents are aware. Katherine G. Hobbs is a researcher and journalist for Autism Parenting Magazine dedicated to bringing awareness of resources to families affected by autism spectrum disorder. She lives in Florida where she teaches preschool and elementary-aged children of all abilities. Her passion for autism awareness began as a child in grade school with a dear friend. You can find her online at katherineghobbs. Great infoin this article, but another wonderful resource for families and individuals with Autism is a speech-language pathologist SLP. Hi, Brittney. Thank you so much for taking the time to read my article. As a girl with ASD, this article is extremely accurate. I was luckily diagnosed as a child. All of the traits mentioned I can really relate to. This article describes the lengthy diagnostic journey of my daughter. That took me six years for professional to listen. Thankfully to the different therapies and a treatment program learning coping strategies she is doing great. Soon going to College. Thank you for sharing your story which we know will inspire lots of parents with children on the spectrum. I am a mother of 3 girls with ASD, my eldest with classic non-verbal Autism, my 19yr an extremely bright articulate mature girl with extreme anxiety, depression and eating disorder and Miss 13 a classic melting down tween with the social age of about 5yrs old! This article definitely depicts the struggles and achievements my younger 2 have experienced, and still are — how different yet so similar to those of my husband and son who also have ASD! The lack of diagnosis is a big thing, although with so much experience I identified the needs and deficits early. However, this did not stop my middle daughter from extreme depression and suicidal thoughts after she left school; and Miss 13 is struggling mightily with the social requirements of being a girl entering her teenage years. We are seeking physiatric assistance early for her in the hope of avoiding the holes her older sister fell into! A very well written article. Hi Ana! Thank you so much for sharing with us your experience and for your feedback to our article. My seven year old daughter has ASD with co-occurring disorder. Not many understand that there is a difference between male and female with this diagnosis. There needs to be more awareness. Again thank you for this. Hi Jessica! I really appreciate this article. She did not speak until she was almost five. She has all of the signs of issues with communication and expressing her feelings. She was recently diagnosed with dyslexia after being told for years that cognitively she was fine. Being a social worker who has been trained in the DSM and childhood development, I am saddened that this article has helped me more than the school and other professionals. Thank you for making me feel like I actually know what I am talking about. Thank you for the wonderful comment, Stevi. If you find any article you love, feel free to share them across your social media pages. Simply click on the share buttons at the bottom of the article titles. Enjoy reading! I suspected something the first time when she was just 2 years old, but since then everybody kept telling me she was just a super intelligent but with a really bad character girl. Still… this article finally gave me the information I was missing: autism for girls is different! And she is finally learning to know herself, and to manage her difference, and to explain herself. And I have back my real daughter, and even if crushed by the sudden reality of the nightmare she went through during her childhood I finally have a key to understand and help her, and I can see her smiling again. Thanks thanks thanks thanks. Hello Paola! We are so glad to hear that your daughter is now getting better. You are a wonderful mom. I am an Aspie Girl - My Diffability Australia

By simply, clearly and positively explaining the social differences associated with Asperger's Syndrome, or Autism Spectrum Disorder, in young girls, this book will help Aspie Girls aged 5 years and over to understand their diagnosis, recognise their unique strengths and celebrate their differences, and find ways of coping with difficulties. This positive and celebratory book also contains helpful discussion points for parents and professionals to explore further with the girls in their care. Search 0 Cart. Search our shop. Grandin, T. New York: Houghton Mifflin. Simone, R. Willey, L. Attwood, T. Texas: Future Horizons. Birch, J. Blackman, L. Ommaney, Australia: Book in Hand. Thinking in pictures: And other reports from my life. Emergence: Labeled autistic. Women from another planet? Our lives in the universe of autism. Bloomington, IN: AuthorHouse. Peers, J. Asparagus Dreams. Songs of the gorilla nation: My journey through autism. New York: Harmony Books. Pretending to be normal: Living with Asperger Syndrome. Williams, D. Somebody, somewhere: Breaking free from the world of autism. New York: Times Books. Williams, S. Reflections of self. Footnotes Baron-Cohen, S. Journal of Autism and Developmental Differences, , p. Zaks, Z. Kansas: Autism Asperger Publishing Co. Wagner, S. Henault, I. She has over fifteen years' experience of working with people of all ages with autism spectrum conditions. I am an Aspie Girl. Afterword by Tony Attwood. For Parents and Professionals. Related Titles. Stay Informed. Recent News. Verify your identity

Top charts. New arrivals. Lizzie is an Aspie Girl - she has Asperger's Syndrome, which means that her brain works differently to her friends, and even to boys with Asperger Syndrome. In this book, Lizzie explains what it's like to be an Aspie Girl, including how she has a special talent for blending in with her friends, how she gets really tired after being at school all day, how she worries about making mistakes, and how she finds it hard to understand how she is feeling. She has over fifteen years' experience of working with people of all ages with autism spectrum conditions. Reviews Review policy and info. Michelle Vines. Samantha Craft. Cynthia Kim Goodreads Author. Liane Holliday Willey Goodreads Author. Lyn Miller-Lachmann Goodreads Author. Plows Goodreads Author. Sayaka Murata. Corinne Duyvis Goodreads Author. Jeannie Davide-Rivera Goodreads Author. Natalia Iwanyckyj Goodreads Author. Eileen Riley-Hall Goodreads Author. Dawn Prince-Hughes. Jerry Newport. Shana Nichols Goodreads Author. Autism Society, Newfoundland and Labrador. Anlor Davin Goodreads Author. Helen Hoang Goodreads Author. Jael McHenry Goodreads Author. Julia Bascom Editor. Shaunta Grimes Goodreads Author. Stanley D. Anne Clinard Barnhill. Jeanette Purkis Goodreads Author. Keiko Tobe. Temple Grandin. Rachel B. Donna Williams. Franny Billingsley. Wendy Lawson. Christine Motokane. Kathryn Erskine. Arthur Fleischmann. Sherry A. Eileen Garvin. I also mumble quite a lot. I like those ribbons. Putting on pants and saying things everyone else was thinking are great. Anyway, this is a really great and helpful post for us Asperger girls Aspergirls? Anxiety medication has been a life saver for my daughter. You can just make a regular dr appointment to get them. For instance, I made a dr appointment for something and then at the end of the appointment I asked for Xanax for my upcoming flights because I hate flying and was given a prescription. When I told Penelope this, she said I needed to change doctors. Just making that first appointment was so hard I get panic attacks thinking about changing doctors. Something that has helped me is to ask a friend to do it with me. So, the friend makes the appointment. The friend remembers. And the friend calls me and stays on the phone with me until I leave my house and am at the doctor. This is true. I do everything for my DD. People with aspergers need a helper. A trusted friend or family member. When I was having my oldest daughter tested a few months ago I made sure to ask the psychologist if she knew that sometimes ASD looks differently for girls than boys. She did. But all the testing results still explained it the normal way…the psychologist was still able to show how my child met 5 out of 5 of the criteria. Another note, she is an artistic girly girl who thinks like a boy and has similar interests as same aged boys. Despite her deficits all these years she is a pretty fantastic fencer and swimmer. I feel like your post is pretty much on point. She crawled and walked nearly the same week. Loves people, prefers male friends. She is wonderfully herself in all things and we LOVE her big laugh. She is the oldest of three girls so I wonder how and when she will notice how different she is from them and when. Thanks for sharing your insights. Always something good in each post! I was hyperlexic started reading at 18 months. I was gender dysphoric. I really tried to learn to be feminine learn makeup, clothes, hair, etc. I have worked in the online sex industry. I had an eating disorder anorexia as a teenager. I felt like none of the other girls growing up; I felt more like a boy. I was good at math and majored in math at one of the top 10 colleges. I realize being a girl is a real skill, particularly when it comes to being a girl in relationships with men. That being said — Penelope and I have been talking for nearly 8 months about this and it is difficult to ignore what she is talking about in this blog post. This is anecdotal on my part. I should have added that to the list. Perhaps there are some skills or social situations that are more enjoyable or easier for the child, but we each are individuals. Forging new neural pathways is possible. A lot of known autism co morbids are listed. A lot of these traits also occur with a bunch of other conditions. This is a checklist that can be used as a preliminary step for suspecting aspergers. Claiming more especially that it is some sort of definitive test is irresponsible. But it also shares traits with autism spectrum disorders which it is sometimes comorbid with in the social skills department as dyspraxics often have difficulty reading facial expressions, body language, tone of voice and so on. It is starting to become recognized that there is a clear gender bias in the way these disorders are diagnosed. I know a great many women that this is the case for. Also, where does your theory leave intersex people with those disorders? Also good research: our closest evolutionary relatives, the bonobos, to see how another primate society works, and the sheer number of creatures in nature who do not have binary sexes all female species of lizards, creatures that can change sex, etc. Autism spectrum disorders have a genetic component. They are very real, and many people who have them need extra help to be able to function in life. Autism is a legitimate neurological disorder. I survived my youth by being an attractive female…and then in my early 30s I applied for and was approved for SSI disability. Thank you for the test. I got 9 out of 13, no eating disorder, no dyslexia, no sexual abuse, no work in sex industry. In your other blog post on Aspergers in girls, I fit all qualities: scatterbrained, little socially weird, no follow through, and messy hair. Two months ago, I visit a hospital with a center for autism and request for a diagnosis or appointment, the nurse said they will take calls only by September. Last Tuesday, I met a counselor and told him that I have always experienced depression and anxiety since high school and maybe I have Aspergers. He said that I do not have psychosis and my problems are behavioral. He said I can consult a psychologist but I do not need medicine. Find a different dr. I get better care and more understanding and patience from women. I was done with all the mansplaining decades ago-before it was called mansplaining. He sure felt great about himself though- ugh. If you have been dealing with depression and anxiety your whole life that is not behavioural! Please find someone else. In college I asked my psychology professor about this. Just an anecdote. This list blows my mind. First because I, too, have everything on it. But also because the list is so insanely long. I have such a difficult time explaining to people why Aspergers is so consuming. Thank you for this Penelope!! Any suggestions on books and also how to go about getting her tested?? Find a testing center that is under your insurance. IT was the best thing I ever did. I even did a pharmocogenetic test that let me know which medications would be the best for her. I wish we had your insurance. Our insurance only covers neuropsychological testing for brain injury, stroke, neurosurgery, rehab, etc. All that costs more than 4K if you have to pay for it. I had that issue, too, when I was getting my son diagnosed. And then there was a two-year wait for the less expensive people who will test in NYC. We had very little money, so we cashed out a K to do it. I had to do testing for my youngest DD as well and our insurance covered it. But I scored very low on this. How effed up is that? I am good at math though. The cause is usually a problem with seeing or hearing. Or the cause is sensory integration dysfunction. Here is an explanation of causes:. Inability to cross the midline is not normal. So once you see a person avoiding their midline you know you should look for a cause. I have never met a person with Aspergers who did not have sensory processing disorder. I find this post really interesting. Anecdotally and from my small pool- What would make a tomboy girl an aspie? I know a typical female who has her PHd from Columbia in Math and works as a chief of staff at Google. How do you know the difference between the outliers that are non-typical?

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It enables people to conceptualize patterns in their minds and solve complex problems. People often think of boys with autism playing with Lego blocks or Minecraft and creating elaborate designs. In adult men, this often leads to the stereotypical autistic roles of the NASA scientist, engineer, or computer programmer. While it is true, those particular job roles are traditionally dominated by men, there are also many females with autism who are drawn to those professions. One of the most famous women with autism, Temple Grandin, PhD, was nonverbal for the first three and a half years of her life. She developed social skills and went on to attain a doctoral degree in animal science where she began to pioneer revolutionary concepts due to her ability to think in pictures. In the video below, Temple discusses those traits and we can also consider them to be symptoms of autism. We can also, see the same traits of visual thinking played out in areas such as the design of clothes, jewelry, or even the architecture of entire buildings for the smart, but socially awkward sections of society. Boys and girls develop differently particularly throughout puberty. Girls are said to mature faster and develop social skills and emotional intelligence sooner. They also have a greater awareness of the world around them. This often means that they are diagnosed much later than boys. Girls with autism are less social than their neurotypical peers but do not seem to struggle as much as boys of the same age with autism. A study by psychologist Thomas Frazier of the Cleveland Clinic found that girls who were diagnosed with autism had lower IQs than their neurotypical peers as well as extreme behavior problems. Szalavitz, As a result, they are at a higher risk for co-occurring conditions which may be derived as coping skills or separate issues. Seeing the larger picture of how ASD fits with co-occurring disorders is useful to give autistic girls the treatment they need. Treasure stressed that the majority of women with anorexia nervosa do not have autism, but women with anorexia have higher levels of autistic traits than typical women. The overlap of symptoms can make it difficult to diagnose girls on the spectrum, especially with current diagnostic models focus on males. This gives them a greater explanation for their experiences and access to more resources to help them. Just as with their male counterparts, women and girls with autism benefit from early intervention. An early diagnosis can mean earlier access to therapies and resources. It can also mean more time for the girl and her family to learn how to manage an ASD diagnosis. Early intervention is key, but a diagnosis later in life is better than no diagnosis at all. According to Dr. Susan F. Young and adult women who are diagnosed with autism might have to play catch-up on social skills and coping mechanisms. But after an adjustment period, most women and girls find relief from receiving their diagnosis. Girls on the spectrum can take social skills classes. Here, autistic girls learn to cope with different challenging social situations and form interpersonal relationships. Therapists can also help girls manage co-occurring conditions with autism such as anxiety, depression , bipolar disorder, OCD, and anorexia. Seeking testing for autism, especially for a girl, can be a daunting undertaking. As a parent, you might feel conflicted about whether a diagnosis is necessary for your daughter. It is important to keep in mind that people with autism can live fulfilling and beautiful lives. A diagnosis will open the door to further therapies and resources for you and your child. Even if your daughter is already well into adolescence, the skills she can develop through therapy are invaluable. Autistic girls are also more likely to stay in abusive relationships. Girls with autism are also at a higher risk for affective mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Finding a specialist who understands autism in girls and women is crucial to helping your daughter learn how to set boundaries and manage mental health. Girls with autism spectrum disorder have a variety of options for therapies. Applied Behavioral Analysis ABA is particularly helpful for young girls under the age of five , but older girls can benefit as well. A method called talk therapy is said to help autistic girls. During psychotherapy, the therapist will present problems to the child, and they both work together to come up with solutions. A psychotherapy session is a place where clients are encouraged to ask questions, vent, and seek guidance. Occupational therapy OT is another option for children who need help establishing routines and carrying out daily tasks. An occupational therapist can help autistic girls learn skills that will help her at home, school, or in the workplace. Females with co-occurring disorders such as OCD, anorexia, or who are trauma survivors may need more specialists on their team. As more women and girls are receiving an ASD diagnosis, specialists are becoming more aware of the unique way females on the autism spectrum present and are developing new ways to help them thrive. Recognizing signs of autism in girls can happen earlier when parents are aware. Katherine G. Hobbs is a researcher and journalist for Autism Parenting Magazine dedicated to bringing awareness of resources to families affected by autism spectrum disorder. She lives in Florida where she teaches preschool and elementary-aged children of all abilities. Her passion for autism awareness began as a child in grade school with a dear friend. You can find her online at katherineghobbs. Great infoin this article, but another wonderful resource for families and individuals with Autism is a speech-language pathologist SLP. Hi, Brittney. Thank you so much for taking the time to read my article. As a girl with ASD, this article is extremely accurate. I was luckily diagnosed as a child. All of the traits mentioned I can really relate to. This article describes the lengthy diagnostic journey of my daughter. That took me six years for professional to listen. Thankfully to the different therapies and a treatment program learning coping strategies she is doing great. Soon going to College. Thank you for sharing your story which we know will inspire lots of parents with children on the spectrum. I am a mother of 3 girls with ASD, my eldest with classic non-verbal Autism, my 19yr an extremely bright articulate mature girl with extreme anxiety, depression and eating disorder and Miss 13 a classic melting down tween with the social age of about 5yrs old! This article definitely depicts the struggles and achievements my younger 2 have experienced, and still are — how different yet so similar to those of my husband and son who also have ASD! The lack of diagnosis is a big thing, although with so much experience I identified the needs and deficits early. However, this did not stop my middle daughter from extreme depression and suicidal thoughts after she left school; and Miss 13 is struggling mightily with the social requirements of being a girl entering her teenage years. We are seeking physiatric assistance early for her in the hope of avoiding the holes her older sister fell into! A very well written article. Hi Ana! Thank you so much for sharing with us your experience and for your feedback to our article. My seven year old daughter has ASD with co- occurring disorder. Not many understand that there is a difference between male and female with this diagnosis. Lizzie is an Aspie Girl - she has Asperger's Syndrome, which means that her brain works differently to her friends, and even to boys with Asperger Syndrome. In this book, Lizzie explains what it's like to be an Aspie Girl, including how she has a special talent for blending in with her friends, how she gets really tired after being at school all day, how she worries about Lizzie is an Aspie Girl - she has Asperger's Syndrome, which means that her brain works differently to her friends, and even to boys with Asperger Syndrome. In this book, Lizzie explains what it's like to be an Aspie Girl, including how she has a special talent for blending in with her friends, how she gets really tired after being at school all day, how she worries about making mistakes, and how she finds it hard to understand how she is feeling. By simply, clearly and positively explaining the social differences associated with Asperger's Syndrome, or Autism Spectrum Disorder, in young girls, this book will help Aspie Girls aged 5 years and over to understand their diagnosis, recognise their unique strengths and celebrate their differences, and find ways of coping with difficulties. This positive and celebratory book also contains helpful discussion points for parents and professionals to explore further with the girls in their care. Get A Copy. Hardcover , 32 pages. Published April 21st by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. More Details Friend Reviews. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about I am an Aspie Girl , please sign up. Lists with This Book. Community Reviews. Showing Average rating 4. Rating details. More filters. Sort order. Start your review of I am an Aspie Girl: A book for young girls with autism spectrum conditions. May 16, Nicole Westen rated it it was amazing Shelves: aspie-books , juvenile-non-fiction. On the list of things I wish I had as a child aside from my diagnosis would be this book. It's great for kids on the spectrum, particularly girls who don't experience the same problems that boys on the spectrum do. I think it's also good for teaching neuro typical kids about someone on the spectrum. There are also some resources for parents in the front of the book. Feb 03, Phoenix Blackdove rated it really liked it Shelves: books. Touches the major points of autistic presentation in girls. A good read for younger kids, both neurotypical and neurodivergent. 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