Profiles

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Christopher - Interview 14b

Christopher, 17, was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome when he was 14. Family is very important to Christopher and he will soon start college to do A-Levels in history and law.

  • Background

    Christopher, 17, lives with his family

  • Age at interview 17
  • Sex/Gender Male

    • Mary - Interview 01b

    After researching various conditions on the internet, Mary was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome aged 21. She also has OCD and experiences anxieties.

  • Background

    Mary is single and unemployed. She has recently graduated from university and does voluntary work. Ethnic background/nationality: White

  • Age at interview 22
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Richard - Interview 12b

    Richard, aged 22, was diagnosed with autism when he was just over two years old. He lives in independent supported living accommodation.

  • Background

    Richard is 22 years old, single and unemployed.

  • Age at interview 22
  • Sex/Gender Male

    • Oliver and Suzie - Interview 11b

    Oliver was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome two years ago. His mother and younger brother had also been diagnosed with Asperger syndrome previously. Oliver describes his family as easy going and not concerned about what other people think about them.

  • Background

    Oliver is a student and lives with his partner Suzie. Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Age at interview 27
  • Sex/Gender Male

    • Martin - Interview 10b

    Martin was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome aged 12. His mother and older brother have since been diagnosed too.

  • Background

    Martin, a student, lives with his mother. Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Age at interview 16
  • Sex/Gender Male

    • Tim and Julie - Interview 09b

    Tim was diagnosed with autism eight years after a paediatrician suggested that there was a family link between himself and his son. Tim has a very supportive wife and they have two sons who also have autism.

  • Background

    Tim is married and had two children. He works as an IT consultant. Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Age at interview 39
  • Sex/Gender Male

    • John - Interview 08b

    After having a lot of contact with mental health services over the years, John was diagnosed with mild Asperger syndrome aged 45. Previous employment has proved problematic for John and he feels employers should be more aware of Asperger syndrome.

  • Background

    John is single and an unemployed admin worker. Ethnic background/nationality: White mixed UK/Irish

  • Age at interview 47
  • Sex/Gender Male

    • Russell - Interview 07b

    Russell was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome when he was 12 years old. His awareness of potential difficulties is increasing as he grows older and more aware. Russell describes himself as being prone to outbursts and is taking anti-depressants.

  • Background

    He has a degree in accountancy and is looking to get an apprenticeship in business administration. Ethnic background/nationality: White/British

  • Age at interview 21
  • Sex/Gender Male

    • Alex - Interview 04b

    Alex was diagnosed with classic autism aged three years old. She lives independently in an adapted house, with some care assistance. A few years ago she was injured in a road accident and, as a result, now has epilepsy.

  • Background

    Alex is unemployed and single. Ethnic background/nationality: British

  • Age at interview 28
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Damian - Interview 03b

    Damian was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome a year ago. He is well educated with a degree, Master's degree and a PGCE, and is now studying for a PhD. Damian lives with his son, 7, who has classic autism.

  • Background

    Damian is a student. He is single and has one child, aged 7. Ethnic background/nationality: British

  • Age at interview 37
  • Sex/Gender Male