Topic Questions:
How does Asperger’s affect the relationship?
[what challenges will we face because of it, will there be
limited desire for physical intimacy, will only one partner be committed to the
relationship?]
What are common misunderstandings?
[do people with Asperger’s have feelings, are they capable
of being good parents?]
What can I do differently or to help?
[what ways do I need to communicate differently, what ways
can I help?]
What can we do to make up for the lack of “emotional”
connection?
[what ways can we adjust the way in which we interact in our
relationship to make sure that both of us are getting what we need? ]
What studies are out there that talk about Asperger relationships
and the longevity?
[are there even studies on this, what do these studies
suggest, how do they affect or change our relationship?]
What studies are out there and what information is given
about raising a family with an Asperger parent?
[will our children have issues adapting to an emotional
unavailable parent?]
What can extended family do to help?
[what resources are out there to help them understand
Asperger’s better and what can they do to help fill in whatever gaps are
there?]
How does our religion play a role in our relationship with
Asperger’s?
Good questions, good starting points.
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