What famous actors have Aspergers?

Here are seven famous people living with Asperger's.
  • Susan Boyle. Doug Gifford/Getty Images. ...
  • Courtney Love. Michael Tran/Getty Images. ...
  • Dan Harmon. Richard Shotwell/AP Photo. ...
  • Dan Aykroyd. Sarah Hummert/AP Photo. ...
  • Daryl Hannah. Jacopo Raule/Getty Images. ...
  • Sir Anthony Hopkins. Mike Marsland/Getty Images. ...
  • Andy Warhol.
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Who is the most famous person with Asperger's?

If you had to list the very top celebrities with Aspergers, these would surely make the top 20 list:
  • Isaac Asimov (diagnosed)
  • Dan Aykroyd (diagnosed)
  • Susan Boyle (diagnosed)
  • David Byrne (diagnosed)
  • Charles Darwin (rumored)
  • John Denver (diagnosed)
  • Eminem (rumored)
  • Daryl Hannah (diagnosed)
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What famous celebrities have autism?

Famous People with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Dan Aykroyd - Actor and Film Writer. ...
  • Albert Einstein - Scientist & Mathematician. ...
  • Daryl Hannah - Actress & Environmental Activist. ...
  • Anthony Hopkins - Actor. ...
  • Heather Kuzmich - Reality TV Contestant & Model. ...
  • Tim Burton – Movie Director. ...
  • Henry Cavendish – Scientist.
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Does Stephen Fry Aspergers?

Celebrities with Asperger's Syndrome Include Tim Burton, Stephen Fry and Albert Einstein. American director and producer Tim Burton from iconic films Edward Scissorhandsand Beetlejuice is confirmed to have Asperger's syndrome, as does famous British comedian Stephen Fry.
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How do you cope with Aspergers?

How is Asperger's treated in adults?
  1. Cognitive behavioral therapy. A therapist can help you cope with some of the emotional effects of autism, such as social isolation and anxiety. ...
  2. Speech therapy. A speech pathologist can work with you to learn voice control and modulation.
  3. Vocational therapy. ...
  4. Medications.
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Top 10 Inspirational People With Autism and Asperger Syndrome



What jobs are good for someone with Asperger's?

Computer science is a good choice because it is very likely that many of the best programmers have either Asperger's syndrome or some of its traits. Other good majors are: accounting, engineering, library science, and art with an emphasis on commercial art and drafting.
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What are the 3 main symptoms of Aspergers?

What are the Symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome?
  • Inappropriate or minimal social interactions.
  • Conversations that almost always revolve around themselves or a certain topic, rather than others.
  • Not understanding emotions well or having less facial expression than others.
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What mental health problem does Stephen Fry have?

“Back then, bipolar disorder was a totally misunderstood condition: a condition that people really did not want to talk about. But Stephen opened up with humour and empathy about himself and his rollercoaster of a life.”
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Does Stephen Fry have a personality disorder?

Fry had to wait until he was 37 before he was finally diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a condition characterised by soaring highs and despairing lows. Nobody saw it coming. Before his sensational collapse became headline news he was one of television's best-loved performers.
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Did Stephen Fry have a breakdown?

In 1995, while appearing in the West End Cell Mates, Fry had a nervous breakdown and walked out of the production, causing its early closure and incurring the displeasure of co-star Rik Mayall and playwright Simon Gray. Fry went missing for several days and contemplated suicide.
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Is Seinfeld autistic?

To be fair, Seinfeld never actually said: I am autistic. "I think on a very drawn-out scale, I'm on the spectrum," he told NBC's Brian Williams. "Basic social engagement is really a struggle. I'm very literal.
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Why is autism increasing?

ASD includes a broad spectrum of disorders that affects social skills, speech, movement, learning, cognition, mood and behavior. Rates of autism are increasing dramatically because of increased awareness and screening, better access to healthcare and broadened diagnostic criteria.
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What causes Asperger's syndrome?

What causes Asperger's syndrome? No one thing causes Asperger's syndrome. However, research suggests that certain factors during pregnancy and after birth may put a child at higher risk of an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis.
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Can you outgrow Aspergers?

It's something you outgrow

It's not uncommon for people to dismiss the behavior of a child with Asperger's Syndrome as nothing more than antisocial tendencies which will be outgrown. While a child may develop skills to cope, Asperger's is a lifelong condition.
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Does Aspergers make you smart?

When you meet someone who has Asperger's syndrome, you might notice two things right off. They're just as smart as other folks, but they have more trouble with social skills. They also tend to have an obsessive focus on one topic or perform the same behaviors again and again.
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Can you be successful with Asperger's?

The term "autism spectrum" refers to a wide range of developmental disabilities with varying degrees of severity. However, many adults who have been diagnosed with Asperger's still identify as an “Aspie.” Adults with Asperger's can be successful in some areas of their lives and struggle with other aspects.
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Does Stephen Fry suffer from bipolar?

Stephen Fry has spoken out about the struggles that he's faced throughout his life dealing with mental health issues, stating: “I'm not going to kid myself that it's cured.” At the age of 37, the comedian, actor and writer was diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
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What depression does Stephen Fry suffer from?

Eleven years after he walked out of the starring role in a West End theatre production and fled the country, Stephen Fry has spoken of his battle with manic depression for a new BBC2 show he hopes will break the taboos surrounding mental health.
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Where can I watch The Secret Life of a manic depressive?

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What happens if Aspergers goes untreated?

Some of the effects of unaddressed or untreated Asperger's syndrome may include: Social isolation. Difficulty making and keeping friends. Challenges in finding and maintaining steady employment.
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Can Aspergers run in families?

The cause of Asperger syndrome, like most ASDs, is not fully understood, but there is a strong genetic basis, which means it does tend to run in families. Multiple environmental factors are also thought to play an important role in the development of all ASDs.
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Can people with Aspergers drive?

Note, there are no laws against driving with autism, but safety is key. Driving can be stressful and challenging in many ways; Autistic people may struggle more to adapt to the rapid change. Consider the some of the important factors and skills that are involved with driving: Social judgment.
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Do Aspergers get angry?

In addition to difficulties with understanding emotions, individuals with ASDs may become angry quickly and may have difficulty calming themselves effectively. They often need to be taught skills to cope with an increase in irritability once they have been able to identify these emotions.
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