Uncovering Asperger’s 4: Conversation Skills

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Uncovering Asperger’s 4: Conversation Skills

Added: 12/08/2008 - 17:13
Video Length: 5:16

Bethany talks about her conversation skills and how she tries to improve them. more...

Overview

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 4: Conversation Skills, Bethany talks about difficulties she has with conversation, such as fixating on objects of her obsession (horses), missing body language, and problems finding common ground on which to communicate.

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Bethany

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Bethany wasn't diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome until she was 18 years old, at the end of high school. At 21, she's currently making great advances with the help of continuing therapy and hard work. She has a fascinating perspective on what it's like growing up with multiple learning differences, knowing that you're different, but not knowing why. Her experiences provide useful insights for others with learning differences, as well as caregivers, teachers, and friends.