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Jul 11, 2011 10:35:00 AM by Madeleine Nelsen
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Many people with Asperger's -- including the creator of this video -- have gone their entire lives without being diagnosed or understanding what Asperger's Syndrome is. This simple video presents a few questions to determine whether further screening for Asperger's is appropriate for you or someone you love.
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