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If the child has both friends with Aspergers and those who do not have it then his characteristics are unique to him. It is a myth that non-autistic kids pick up things from their autistic peers. They may do it for a short period of time IF they are very young, but not permanently. Otherwise we would be saying that autism is "contagious".

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I didn't say he had Asperger's by any means. I said he showed some traits. There are scales they go by and he doesn't have enough of them for me to worry about having him tested. Those he does have are not at all severe.

Older kids have and do picked up habits from their peers as well, Asperger's aside. At what age they stop depends on the kids involved. That said, I'm sure they have picked up a few things from my son as well. It isn't a one way street.

On that topic, I do have an autistic friend who has said on a few occasions now that everyone is autistic to some degree, its a matter if they fall into the realm of the socially accepted norm or not.

Socially Avoidant Health & Special Psychology

I didn't say he has Aspergers (please re-read my quote) I was referring to his friends which you mentioned had Aspergers. My opinion was based on the presumption that your son is not autistic hence I said:

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I'm sorry but since my quotes were twice removed entirely I'm confused as to what specifically you want me to reread. As to what's there, and rereading it several times, I stand by my statements. Thanks.

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I just wanted to add that this is also referred to as "Social Phobia" or SAD which means "Social Anxiety Disorder".

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