The Trouble With Eye Contact

Navigating Asperger's and reflecting on other learning differences.

by Michael McManmon, Ed.D.

Asperger’s and Accidental Insults

Being diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome as an adult, I now realize that I have inadvertently offended many, many people during the course of my life. It seems no one has been immune to the "accidental insults" that come quicker than I can think to stop them. Read More

Dating and Young Adults On the Spectrum

Many young adults with Asperger's, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other learning differences have had limited experience with dating and developing meaningful relationships. Although they may have had occasional dates arranged by parents and friends, these teens will need guidance as they piece together the often puzzling process of dating and building long term relationships. Read More

A Shoulder to Lean on: Social Mentoring for Young Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome

Add Social Mentoring to your toolkit when working with young adults. Read More

The Power of Knowing!

The diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome, autism, or a learning difference sets the stage for young adults to get the help needed and gain the self-awareness necessary to make a successful transition from adolescence to adulthood. Read More

I Am an Apple in a PC World

I am an Apple in a PC world. This is what I tell my college students to help them understand who they are and accept themselves exactly as they are. So many of them think that they are disabled or, even worse, defective. They feel like they do not fit in with the 90210s, even after trying to make themselves into who they are not. Read More

Michael McManmon, Ed.D., is the founder of the College Internship Program.

more...

About The Trouble With Eye Contact

This blog will explain Aspergers from the inside out. Growing up with it as well as being a professional in the field for 37 years. The blog is a narrative of stories from my own experience and the experience of my students, some humorous and some tragic. I want readers to see the human side of the struggle to understand oneself and how to overcome one's anxieties and fears. I want everyone to know the joy of diagnosis and self actualization.