Please use this area for general chat about anything that takes your fancy http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/list.php?4 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 09:21:57 +1200 Phorum 5.2.7 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,676,676#msg-676 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,676,676#msg-676
We are students of Management Communication at the University of Waikato, New Zealand asking to survey you for our assignment regarding families of children with autism. We will be very grateful for your answers to the following questions and appreciate your sincere responses.

We are seeking the following respondents:
- Parents of children with autism
- Siblings who have a brother or sister with autism
- Educators who have had experiences with autistic children
- Professionals who offer services or support for children who have autistic siblings

We would be very grateful if you could take a few minutes to fill out the very short questionnaires on http://sibsupport.yolasite.com to help us in our research

Please be aware that anything you tell us will remain entirely confidential and be used only for our assignment research purposes. Your name will not be mentioned in any report. You have the right to refuse to answer a question or to withdraw from the survey at any time.

If you have any questions pertaining to the research please do not hesitate to contact our research conveyor:

Margalit Toledano
Email:toledano@waikato.ac.nz Phone: 0800 9245286 (0800waikato) ext 6112 (International code +64 if calling outside of New Zealand)


Thanks.

Cody Brennan, Jenna Newell, Juanita White, Karauna Bhana & Scott Townsend
Management Communication Students
University of Waikato
New Zealand]]> CommStudents General Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:42:18 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,658,658#msg-658 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,658,658#msg-658 Well it's been awhile since I've been on here. We have had a few issues, but now getting back on track.
At the end of last term, we were having problems with him at school, and saying that he was sick. We kept him home the last couple of weeks and the first week of the holidays he wasn't very good. I had him to the Dr. and is now on some new pills, which at long last are starting to work.

His mum and brother came and stayed with us for the first week, and he wasn't to good, but by the end of the first week, things were starting to improve. By the start of the second week he was ready to go home and have a wonderful time with his family.

School started again last Monday, and things went really smoothly until the Thursday. He started to throw up and was sent home from school in the morning, so hubby left home on the Friday, he went home for weekend and was pretty good, so went to school today and had a wonderful day.

We have given him a goal to aim for, hopefully in the next school holidays, we will be going over to Adelaide to visit my eldest son and his boys, and have told Ashley that if he tries really hard at school then he will be coming with us.

Will keep you all informed as to how he is going.
Kay]]> kay General Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:45:53 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,614,614#msg-614 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,614,614#msg-614 I was just wondering if any of you went to the school formal and was wondering if i should go coz i dont cope well with loud noises or crowds]]> amzywinky General Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:49:09 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,602,602#msg-602 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,602,602#msg-602 Just an update on how Ashley is getting on. For about a week now Ashley hasn't been happy going to his maths class, and last Friday it came to ahead.
He had words with is teacher in charge of the support centre he goes to in his school, and came home saying that he was going to be locked out of his safe place.

Anyway to cut a long story short, Philip and I went and had a meeting with her and another teacher, it went very well, and we got a lot worked out. He is a very lonely boy, and doesn't really have any friends as such.

She called one of the senior boys in from the unit and he was telling us about a group called Tag, who meet every two weeks and do different stuff. He spoke to Ashley and was telling him all about it, so guess what? He is now going along tomorrow night to see what it is all about.

Hopefully it will get him to meet kids of his own age instead of being just with us(his grandparents) and hopefully will make some friends that he can ask to come home with him sometimes.
Kay]]> kay General Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:39:08 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,601,601#msg-601 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,601,601#msg-601
This weekend whilst I'm back in the UK I've joined up with my Dad to do a 10Km run. As such we have decided to try and raise the awareness of Autism and try to raise a bit of money in the meantime.

If anyone would like to sponsorme for this event then please click on the link below:

Fundraising Page

Many thanks for your time and any support.

I will let you all know how it goes and try to get some pictures too!]]> administrator General Fri, 11 Jun 2010 23:18:38 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,571,571#msg-571 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,571,571#msg-571
She would like any ideas which I will pass onto her, as she is not computer literate and is really old fashioned

thank you in advance, any ideas and tips appreciated]]> Nzwahine General Wed, 09 Jun 2010 20:16:21 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,563,563#msg-563 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,563,563#msg-563 amzywinky General Wed, 19 May 2010 11:46:05 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,552,552#msg-552 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,552,552#msg-552
I'm looking for a place to stay for when I speak at the National Autism Conference in September in Wellington.

My psychologist suggested that I see if some families or kind people in Wellington that understand ASD, seeing if they would billet me when I'm staying in Wellington.]]> gabby General Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:27:00 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,523,523#msg-523 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,523,523#msg-523
Well I have just finished my draft for my lab report, it was so much effort put it to it. I've sent my draft into pre writing service at my uni. So I'm just waiting for their comments on it, then I can fix all the mistakes up]]> gabby General Sat, 24 Apr 2010 14:52:12 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,484,484#msg-484 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,484,484#msg-484 gabby General Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:02:59 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,479,479#msg-479 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,479,479#msg-479 gabby General Sun, 14 Mar 2010 19:52:53 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,476,476#msg-476 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,476,476#msg-476
Is the Canterbury branch of Autism New Zealand planning to do anything for Autism Awareness Day [April 2nd]? If there is anything I can do to get involved please let me know.

Thanks
John]]> maxwell78 General Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:13:12 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,467,467#msg-467 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,467,467#msg-467 gabby General Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:40:45 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,445,445#msg-445 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,445,445#msg-445 gabby General Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:01:44 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,441,441#msg-441 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,441,441#msg-441 Thundaeaglechief General Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:29:27 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,434,434#msg-434 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,434,434#msg-434
I hope everyone had a good Xmas.

I've been pondering this question lately: Is it OK for people with Aspergers Syndrome [particularly males] to look at Pornography? I was very tempted to look at a girlie magazine [it was Ralph] while I was at the supermarket last week. Now that the temptation has got the better of me I think I'm beginning to turn into a full-blown porn addict. I'll lay the blame on Sean [who is a member of my Mondaynighters group] for leading me into this habit. This is not a name and shame campaign, believe me.

May God strike me dead if this porn addiction continues.

Are there any good reasons why Aspies like looking at porn? I appreciate your feedback.

John]]> maxwell78 General Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:10:43 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,411,411#msg-411 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,411,411#msg-411 aspykid234 General Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:17:36 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,408,408#msg-408 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,408,408#msg-408 administrator General Fri, 01 Jan 2010 22:12:43 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,404,404#msg-404 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,404,404#msg-404
Yesterday I was at the Marinoto Youth Service in Auckland, and I was having a meeting with my "helper" (Social Worker) and a psychologist who have been assessing me for a few months about my depression and other things in my life. My parents were with me and the doctor told me and my parents that I have Asperges. However, the doctor said that I had "High-Functioning Asperge's" which I dont quite understand. I have, Mild Asperge's?, but I am a bit confused on the whole thing since they were talking about me having a high IQ, and being able to do certain things that people with Asperge's wouldnt normally be able to do and genetic inheritance and so on... I have pieced it together and a simple way of putting it, is that I have the flu, but only the runny nose?!

I was wondering if there is any information that would help with the Mild Asperge Syndrome since there I can only find information for more extreme Asperge's. I am only 15 (male) and I am still coming to terms with it. I can see that I have it, and I think its pretty cool, since a main character on Shorty Street has helped me understand what it is and I love acting!

Thanks
Jeremy]]> JemShepherd General Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:06:17 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,370,370#msg-370 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,370,370#msg-370
is every body else having trouble finding work in this recession. i have an appointment with Workbridge to see if they can help me look for work.

i'm making myself available for babysitting in the Napier/Taradale/Tamates/Greenmeadows/ Onkawa/Marewa area. I have work experience in looking after children with and with out disabilities. so please pass on the message. I can negotiate money paid. don't have my licence, so I can't pick up children. so if any body knows of anybody in those areas that are looking for a patient and caring and experience person to look after their ASD children or any other child please pass this on to them and get them to contact my email address which is gabbyhogg@hotmail.com.

much appreciated]]> gabby General Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:55:32 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,358,358#msg-358 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,358,358#msg-358
Nick]]> Nickles General Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:08:55 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,351,351#msg-351 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,351,351#msg-351
There are only three days left until I leave for Hanmer[ BRING IT ON!!! ] i'M really looking forward to a fun weekend full of laughter and frivolity with my fellow Aspies.

John]]> maxwell78 General Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:02:23 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,343,343#msg-343 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,343,343#msg-343
Next time I see Alicia would it be wise if I explained to her that I have AS?

John]]> maxwell78 General Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:36:27 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,315,315#msg-315 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,315,315#msg-315
Can anyone confirm if Bill Gates [the founder of Microsoft] has Aspergers Syndrome? I've searched on Wikipedia and have found no evidence to support that claim.]]> maxwell78 General Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:57:35 +1300 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,310,310#msg-310 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,310,310#msg-310 octarock General Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:37:52 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,291,291#msg-291 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,291,291#msg-291
Things have been a little bit quiet recently so thought I'd try and get things going once again and see what people have been getting up to?

The weather seems to be having a bad turn once again at the moment, following those hot September days things have not been too good in October it seems! Was anyone caught in that snow blizzard in the North Island? Heard about it on the tv and was amazed, especially considering all the other weather we've had!

Anyone started planning ahead of what they will be doing in the summer holidays?]]> administrator General Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:23:58 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,277,277#msg-277 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,277,277#msg-277 Thundaeaglechief General Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:51:50 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,253,253#msg-253 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,253,253#msg-253
i was wondering if any one has thought about developing a national newsletter specifically for teenagers and young adults with ASD.

Whats ur guys ideas about this?

**moderator edit of title]]> gabby General Fri, 30 Apr 2010 20:09:59 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,188,188#msg-188 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,188,188#msg-188 gabby General Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:35:32 +1200 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,181,181#msg-181 http://www.autismnz.org.nz/tayag/read.php?4,181,181#msg-181
Just wondering if there would be any potential to be selling books,dvd's and herbal medicines for people with asperger's online?

Any comments would be helpful

aspergergirl09]]> aspergergirl09 General Fri, 30 Apr 2010 20:08:51 +1200