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Does Aspergers Still Exist!
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In this episode of The Aspie World Podcast, Dan clears up one of the most confusing questions in the autism community — does Asperger’s Syndrome still exist? He explains what happened when the term “Asperger’s” was removed from the DSM-5, what that means for people previously diagnosed, and how the terminology has evolved into Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Dan also discusses the controversy around the name “Asperger’s,” why some people still identify with it, and how language shapes our understanding of neurodiversity.
What you’ll learn:
• Why the term “Asperger’s” was officially removed
• The difference between Asperger’s and Autism Spectrum Disorder
• How to talk about your diagnosis today
• The ongoing debate within the autism community
• Dan’s personal take on identity and terminology
This episode helps you make sense of the medical, historical, and cultural reasons behind the change — and what it means for autistic adults now.
Resources mentioned:
🎓 Free Autistic Confidence Training: www.BulletproofBrain.org
🚀 Full Bulletproof Brain Program: www.BulletproofBrain.org/get
Keywords: Asperger’s syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, ASD diagnosis, autism terminology, Asperger’s definition, autistic identity, neurodiversity, autism awareness, The Aspie World, Bulletproof Brain
438 episodes
Manage episode 516763700 series 2490732
In this episode of The Aspie World Podcast, Dan clears up one of the most confusing questions in the autism community — does Asperger’s Syndrome still exist? He explains what happened when the term “Asperger’s” was removed from the DSM-5, what that means for people previously diagnosed, and how the terminology has evolved into Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Dan also discusses the controversy around the name “Asperger’s,” why some people still identify with it, and how language shapes our understanding of neurodiversity.
What you’ll learn:
• Why the term “Asperger’s” was officially removed
• The difference between Asperger’s and Autism Spectrum Disorder
• How to talk about your diagnosis today
• The ongoing debate within the autism community
• Dan’s personal take on identity and terminology
This episode helps you make sense of the medical, historical, and cultural reasons behind the change — and what it means for autistic adults now.
Resources mentioned:
🎓 Free Autistic Confidence Training: www.BulletproofBrain.org
🚀 Full Bulletproof Brain Program: www.BulletproofBrain.org/get
Keywords: Asperger’s syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, ASD diagnosis, autism terminology, Asperger’s definition, autistic identity, neurodiversity, autism awareness, The Aspie World, Bulletproof Brain
438 episodes
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