Tag Archives: Asperger’s Syndrome

The Counselor at the dinner table

Posted on November 27, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

If you know a family member, friend, or lover who is struggling with a diagnosis on the Asperger/Autism continuum, or has been abused in childhood, you probably have seen their symptoms and strategies to deal with post-traumatic stress. These adaptations … Continue reading →

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Merlin Under the Oaks

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

In the forest under the oaks, Merlin lived in his old age. According to the legend, the only people who stayed in the forest with him were his sister, the bard Taliesin, and a mad man. There was a magic … Continue reading →

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Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Michael J. Melville

Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close is a good way to describe the world of a young boy, whose father died in New York City’s 9/11 tragedy.  In the movie the boy, Oskar, tells us that he “has been tested for … Continue reading →

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Asperger, the Fox and the old Coyote

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Michael J. Melville

Last night my spirit son and his wife took me out to an Italian restaurant for dinner. The busboy poured us water and I had one of those synchronous “Aha” experiences. He looked exactly like another nephew did five years … Continue reading →

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