It makes me very sad. Children diagnosed today with Asperger Syndrome are given specialist help to develop their unique skills and are taught the basics to help get along in the normal world. But although the syndrome was first identified in 1944, it is only in the past three years that its existence has found its way into the consciousness of the medical profession, which now feels able to offer the diagnosis. That things have developed this far is mainly thanks to The National Autistic Society, which has campaigned relentlessly since the Sixties to have Asperger Syndrome recognised. The NAS also provides help and support for families and sufferers.
Mother is set to become an avid correspondent.
They can set Martin up with a work placement, provide education opportunities and introduce him to fellow sufferers. Already he has a community nurse who visits him. Meanwhile, he's been busy accessing the NAS website, and surfing the Net, downloading information on Asperger Syndrome for mother to read. The National Autistic Society 393 City Road, London, EC1V 1NG, United Kingdom.