Dating a man with aspergers

Could marrying someone with Asperger's syndrome be one way to ensure a long and happy partnership? Some couples seem to think so. Hannah Bushell-Walsh's husband was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome two years ago, after the couple had already been married several years. The happy couple now have two children together. Bushwell-Walsh recalls an incident at Center Parcs, when Steve interrupted a peaceful pottery session with an outburst in which he furiously protested at the "lack of rules" in the recreational village.

A little while ago a client of mine walked into my office. She was completely distraught over the demise of her relationship with her boyfriend. Many men have issues communicating — and many resort to stonewalling or withdrawing when they sense acrimony. Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulties socializing, narrow or obsessive interests, compulsive adherence to rituals and routines, and communication problems. Here are a few ways to know if your partner might have Autism Spectrum Disorder and how to avoid Cassandra Syndrome:. People on the spectrum have a tendency to go into long boring monologues on their special interests or opinions — and without an internal social meter to tell them they are not being well-received or are going on too long — they have a tendency to come across as one-sided and even sanctimonious in some cases. Many adults with ASD do not realize they are doing this and thus do not think it is a problem or a behavior they should change.

Relationships are all about communication. This adversely affects the important quality of empathy, which is vital to a successful and fulfilling relationship. People involved in relationships with a mindblind partner report feeling invalidated, unsupported, unheard, unknown and uncared for.

Dating is a natural process for most people, but h ave you ever thought about the non-verbal cues that happen in romantic relationships? A woman and man exchange glances across the room, she smiles and moves in his direction, flirty eyes fixed on a captivating target. Before you know it, they are enjoying a drink together at the bar and talking like old friends.