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Are Asperger’s Disorder and Social Anxiety Disorder the Same?

By Arlin Cuncic — 2021

While often confused, Asperger’s and social anxiety are different

Read on www.verywellmind.com

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Asperger's - My Purpose is Bigger than My Fear | Gretchen McIntire | TEDxNatick

At age 23, Gretchen was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (formerly Asperger Syndrome) which motivated her to find her own voice and spark hope in those who feel alone. Gretchen shares personal and often witty stories of her travails and achievements.

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2020
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My Brain Isn’t Broken | Tashi Baiguerra | TEDxLondon

In March 2018, 21 year old Tashi Baiguerra received a diagnosis that would finally allow her to understand why she wasn’t always able to make sense of things that everyone else seemed to find straightforward.

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2019
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What Is Neurodiversity?

Counselling Psychologist Stephen Munt introduces us to Neurodiversity supported by client insights. We also hear from an individual who has faced and overcome challenges with her Neurodiversity and differences.

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2019
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Essential Strategies for Social Anxiety: Practical Techniques to Face Your Fears, Overcome Self-Doubt, and Thrive

Social connections are an integral part of a joyful life, yet when you’re held back by self-conscious thoughts and feelings, you can get stuck in a pattern of avoiding social situations.

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Alison McKleroy
2025
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How to Be Yourself: Quiet Your Inner Critic and Rise Above Social Anxiety

Up to 40% of people consider themselves shy. You might say you’re introverted or awkward, or that you’re fine around friends but just can’t speak up in a meeting or at a party. Maybe you’re usually confident but have recently moved or started a new job, only to feel isolated and unsure.

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Ellen Hendriksen
2019
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The Teen’s Guide to Social Skills: Practical Advice for Building Empathy, Self-Esteem, and Confidence

In social situations, it can be really confusing to figure out what to say or do―and when you’re a teenager, it often feels impossible to get past the awkwardness.

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Kate Fitzsimons
2021
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The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum: How to Make Friends and Navigate Your Emotions

Social situations can feel mysterious or tricky to navigate―and if you are on the autism spectrum, they can feel overwhelming. The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum unlocks socialization secrets and helps you understand your feelings.

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Lindsey Sterling
2020
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The Power of Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Let’s help people believe in their strengths and be able to fly . . . Kate Gilbert (Workplace Strategy Coach and Trainer), Liam Pettit (Matchware) and our own texthelpers share their perspectives on neurodiversity in the workplace and explain why you need neurodiverse people on board.

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2020
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Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum

Jennifer exposes the constant struggle between carefully crafted persona and authentic existence, editing the autism script with wit, candor, passion, and power. Her journey is one of reverse-self-discovery not only as an Aspie but--more importantly--as a thoroughly modern woman.

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Jennifer Cook O'Toole
2021
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Joyful Wisdom: Embracing Change and Finding Freedom

Yongey Mingyur is one of the most celebrated among the new generation of Tibetan meditation masters, whose teachings have touched people of all faiths around the world.

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Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, Eric Swanson
2010
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