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About James 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.

 
   

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Autism - Help


Expert: James Michael Roan - 11/2/2009

Question
Hey James

I have recently been told that i have aspergers as well as being told im dyselixa im 23 coming 24 and im unsure about friendships and a girlfriend and wondering if there is any help the college/uni that i attend have set up 8 hours with a specialist but that won't help me next year and im hoping to get a job at this moment im scared of being alone for the rest of my life. I would be grateful of any help.

David(Davester)

Answer
Hi Davester!

Please understand that I do not, at any time, attempt to diagnose or rule out a diagnosis or condition over the Internet.

I'm happy to help you as much as I can. I'm just not sure what type of help you are looking for. Would you be more specific please?

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.  

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