AboutJames Michael Roan Expertise Expertise: Expertise: I can provide information on autism and Asperger`s syndrome. I cannot and will not attempt to diagnose at any time. I can answer general questions related to assessment and educational planning.
Experience I have specialized in the area of autism for nearly 9 years.
Education/Credentials M.Ed. School Psychology
M.Ed Adult Education
Past/Present Clients Children aged 2-18 diagnosed with autism, Pdd-NOS, and Asperger's Disorder.
Question What is the first step in seeking help for a 30 year old male who we suspect may have Aspergers? Is there a free pre-screening that can be done at home by caregiver? If diagnosed, what help is there for someone who is already 30 years old? Is there federal help, state help, job assistance, social skill development help, etc. Thanks for your help.
Answer Hi Tom;
Please understand that I do not, at any time, attempt to diagnose or rule out a diagnosis or condition over the Internet.
The best screener I am are aware of is Tony Attwood's Australian Scale for Asperger's Syndrome (http://www.memphisneurology.com/pdfs/handout_aspergers_scale.pdf). Services vary from state to state. Generally, a formal diagnosis is required for any funding. I'm sorry that I don't have detailed information for this part your question. Your state's Asperger's syndrome chapter should be able to better direct you.
Kind regards,
James
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Bio
James Roan is a certified school psychologist who has been consulting in the areas of autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and learning difficulties in the United States and in Ireland for over ten years (http://www.jamesroan.com). James earned his M.Ed. in School Psychology and M. Ed. in Adult Education and receives ongoing post graduate training in autism at the University of Washington’s Autism Center. James Roan has traveled to Galway, Limerick, Mayo, Clare, Dublin, Cork, Waterford, and other cities and counties across Ireland assessing children and adults, and consulting with solicitors (lawyers) in defense of children with disabilities. James Roan was the consulting assessment professional responsible for many of the autism and AD/HD screening tools and other content for Access Special Needs.Com. James Roan consulted with the graduate department of the Waterford Institute of Technology in Waterford Ireland in the development of their graduate program for the certification of private autism tutors. James has conducted formal assessments of students in the Autism Unit in the Claddagh National School in County Galway Ireland.
