Asperger's and the High Tech Industry Story aired: Thursday, June 12, 2008
The high tech world needs people who can become so engrossed in solving a complex computer problem that the rest of the world virtually melts away. It sounds like the perfect setting for people with Asperger's Syndrome. Asperger's is on the high functioning end of autism and affects peoples' ability to pick up on non-verbal cues or interact in social situations. Computerworld Magazine recently featured an article examining why the IT industry could be an ideal setting for people with Asperger's, and how employers can help make life easier for employees with the syndrome. Our guests are Computerworld Magazine contributing editor, Tracy Mayor, and Phil Schwarz, vice president of the Asperger's Association of New England.
Guests:
Tracy Mayor and Phil Schwarz
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