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A Higher Functioning Form Of Autism | Cuan Weijer | TEDxDunLaoghaire

So proud of my eldest son... Please watch this video where he explains how his Asperger's diagnosis has impacted his life and what he's learnt to become the amazing young adult that he is!


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