Asperger’s Syndrome

Therapist Who Counseled Adam Lanza’s Parents Says Mom Didn’t Like Leaving Gunman Alone

Marriage therapist Paula Levy recalled Monday that during about 10 two-hour sessions, Nancy and Peter Lanza were respectful of each other and concerned about their son’s needs.

2012/12/17

Friends: Newtown Gunman’s Mother Home-Schooled Son, Kept Arsenal Of Guns

The mother of Newtown, Conn., elementary school gunman Adam Lanza spent her time at home taking care of her son who could not deal with school, and kept an arsenal of guns at home, “60 Minutes” reported Sunday night.

2012/12/16

Autism Rights Group: Asperger’s Does Not Explain Newtown School Massacre

An autism rights group this weekend urged people not to stigmatize those with the disorder in the wake of revelations that Newtown, Conn., elementary school gunman had Asperger’s syndrome.

2012/12/16

Investigators Probe For Insight Into Newtown Gunman’s Mind

Along with the arduous task of going over crime scenes, police Saturday morning were trying to gain insight into the killer.

2012/12/15

Non-Profit ‘Job Path’ Helping Adult Autism Patients Find Employment

The exact unemployment rate for adults with autism is unknown, but most experts agree the rate is as high as 85 percent, despite their typically above-average intelligence.

2012/04/05

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