Category: Aspergers Syndrome

Mental Health in Young People

On By KennethIn ADHD, Aspergers Syndrome, Autism, PTSDLeave a comment

A few nights ago, I watched a programme about the effects of ‘Mental health in young people’.

It mentioned a few mental health issues such as Autism, ADHD, PTSD, Aspergers Syndrome and that wasn’t them all. The was one I had never heard of before. Hopefully that will come to me so that I can use it at a later date.

One Young person not only had Autism but was bordering on ADHD as well.

An interesting factor with all of the young people in the programme was that during the two periods of lockdown we had in the UK their mental health state climbed to a high

Coping with Disability

On By KennethIn ADHD, Alzheimer's, Aspergers Syndrome, Bipolar, multiple sclerosis, Narcolepsy, Nocturnal Seizures, OCD1 Comment

Probably everyone reading this will have or know someone with a disabilty of some kind. The list of disabilities is endless.

I myself was born with slight Cerebral Palsy which later in life contributed to me developing Epilepsy. Although my seizures are controlled by medication I sltill suffer the odd Focal or Partial seizure (though i haven’t had any for weeks).

My Cerebral Palsy is giving me more cause for concern at the moment as I keep loosing my balance.

Fortunately because of my positive mind I think I try not to let my disabilities get me down .

For more information check the link below

How to Emotionally Cope With Having Disabilities: 14 Steps (wikihow.com)

Celebrities with disabilities

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Susan Boyle

Singing sensation Susan Boyle who was discovered on the talent show ‘Britain Got Talant’ was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome at the age of 51.

Asperger’s is described as a ‘hidden disability’. This is because you can’t tell someone has Aspergers from their outward appearance.

Susan’s Asperger’s syndrome means she has always really struggled with social interaction and communication.

Boyle has admitted in interviews how relieved she felt when she was finally diagnosed, as she had struggled to understand throughout her life why she found communicating and social interaction so difficult.

However, Susan has not allowed her Asperger’s to take over her life. She says she still suffers from bad days, but she is learning to deal with it and getting the support she needs.

The multi-millionaire singer’s net worth amounts to £22 million, making her one of the highest paid celebrities in the world.  

She has a huge international fan base and her debut album I dreamed a dream in 2009 was the best selling UK debut album of all time.

Here is Susan’s original audition – enjoy.