Would Aspergers Syndrome affect me wanting to be a voice actor?

[GrantM]

I've said here before I want to work for ADV and Funimation as an anime dub VA. But one thing I forgot to mention is that I have Asperger Syndrome. Would that affect me wanting to be a VA in anyway?

[Kurtman]

I'm not sure. I have Asperger's Syndrome myself. If I ever did voice acting for a cartoon character,it would be a cartoon animal with an eccentric personality and a very expressionless voice. Kind of like me.

[One Radical Dude]

I honestly wouldn't know the answer, but unless you're visually impared or blind, I think that virtually anyone can become a voice actor. If you want an answer from a professional, you need to contact him/her, unless a professional is on TZ and can answer you directly.

[Ben]

I honestly wouldn't know the answer, but unless you're visually impared or blind, I think that virtually anyone can become a voice actor.

Well, my dad, as a voiceover artist, would argue that you have to be unblind and a good voice actor to be a voice actor. But what does he know. ;)

I imagine the Asperger's thing depends on how much it interferes with your life. I've met people who are completely socially functional and others who have more trouble.

[GrantM]

I honestly wouldn't know the answer, but unless you're visually impared or blind, I think that virtually anyone can become a voice actor. If you want an answer from a professional, you need to contact him/her, unless a professional is on TZ and can answer you directly. Do any professionals come on TZ, if so I could sure use an answer from them

I'm not sure. I have Asperger's Syndrome myself. If I ever did voice acting for a cartoon character,it would be a cartoon animal with an eccentric personality and a very expressionless voice. Kind of like me. Well in my case (since I want to work for ADV and Funimation) I would need ot use a voice that sounds like a teen or young adult, since a lot of anime they dub have main characters sound like that

[TrogdorNyimbhat]

I honestly wouldn't know the answer, but unless you're visually impared or blind, I think that virtually anyone can become a voice actor.I don't think it matters are you visually impaired, but I'm not sure. I also don't think everyone who can see could become a voice actor, unless they're exceptionally talented or self-employed.

[Carolina Red]

I highly doubt that would be a problem. It's all about vocal talent depending on what type of character you want to act as. Most people might not recognize it for all that I know.

[Yash]

I don't believe Aspergers Syndrome exists... it's like how all the doctors diagnose kids with ADHD so they don't have to do any actual work.

Don't let it get in your way. I've been diagnosed with (and against) it, yet I'm still hoping to become a VA someday.

[One Radical Dude]

Do any professionals come on TZ, if so I could sure use an answer from them
Bob Bergen does, and Joe Alaskey occasionally appear here. I recently emailed Candi Milo praising her for her works, and she responded fairly quickly.

[GrantM]

Bob Bergen does, and Joe Alaskey occasionally appear here. I recently emailed Candi Milo praising her for her works, and she responded fairly quickly.
Well next time any of them come by, I should ask them if AS could affect me voice acting in anyway. But to be honest I think I'd be better off asking the ADV/Funimation VAs who frequent the AoD forums. After all I did say I do want to work for ADV and Funimation

[One Radical Dude]

Well next time any of them come by, I should ask them if AS could affect me voice acting in anyway. But to be honest I think I'd be better off asking the ADV/Funimation VAs who frequent the AoD forums. After all I did say I do want to work for ADV and Funimation
As you wish.

[Bob Bergen]

Bob Bergen does, and Joe Alaskey occasionally appear here. I recently emailed Candi Milo praising her for her works, and she responded fairly quickly.

Hey bud!!

Although I teach animation voice-over workshops I can't tell if anyone has what it takes from a forum chit chat. And while I'm not at all an expert in Asperger, the sheer fact that this is something you want is enough for me to advise you to go for it. That said, here's my philosophy on pursuing animation voice-over work in general. Everyone has obstacles, and no matter who you are pursuing a career in voice-over is hard. Keep in mind that everyone who is working today at one point in their life wasn't. We all had to study, pay our dues, etc. Check out VO/FAQ on my wesbite. I go into detail how to pursue voice-over. Also, study improv and acting. Sometimes we put obstacles on ourselves because of statistics, or what others have advised, fear, etc. But you'll never know if this is for you unless you try!!! And have fun!!!!! It's just as important to enjoy the journey as it is the outcome! Plus the journey never ends! I'm still on it! And it's as exciting today as it was when I started out. Keep me posted on yours. Good luck!!

[Fone Bone]

I don't believe Aspergers Syndrome exists... it's like how all the doctors diagnose kids with ADHD so they don't have to do any actual work.

Don't let it get in your way. I've been diagnosed with (and against) it, yet I'm still hoping to become a VA someday.Maybe you've just been misdiagnosed. That happens a lot and for a rare illness there sure seem to be a lot of Aspergers people on this board. Maybe because it's easier for us to communicate via computer?

I think I'd be a great cartoon voice but I don't like leaving my apartment too much because I also have obsessive compulsive disorder. But there are plenty of people with Aspergers who CAN emote just fine with their voice. There's a lot of different factors in diagnosing it and if you don't share a particular symptom with other people with it, doesn't mean you don't have it. I wish you good luck GrantM and I hope you find your voice in the industry.

[Tash]

I don't believe Aspergers Syndrome exists... it's like how all the doctors diagnose kids with ADHD so they don't have to do any actual work.

Don't let it get in your way. I've been diagnosed with (and against) it, yet I'm still hoping to become a VA someday.I agree. Upon reading up on this (I had no idea what it was until today), I have to say that it just sounds like a sceintific term for "Sociopath". I'm sick of all of these sceintific names for people who are diffrent. I swear that these terms are just a polite way to say "You're not like me, so I need to put you into a diffrent catagory."

[GrantM]

I agree. Upon reading up on this (I had no idea what it was until today), I have to say that it just sounds like a sceintific term for "Sociopath". I'm sick of all of these sceintific names for people who are diffrent. I swear that these terms are just a polite way to say "You're not like me, so I need to put you into a diffrent catagory."
Well, AS does not affect me that much. It really only seems to affect my socialising ability

[Fone Bone]

I agree. Upon reading up on this (I had no idea what it was until today), I have to say that it just sounds like a sceintific term for "Sociopath". I'm sick of all of these sceintific names for people who are diffrent. I swear that these terms are just a polite way to say "You're not like me, so I need to put you into a diffrent catagory."Um, no. SERIAL KILLERS are sociopaths and it means they don't care about the difference between right and wrong. Most people with Aspergers are non-violent and are more likely to be the victims of crimes than the perpetrators. They have a hard time in social situations and reading what other people are feeling. It's a form of autism, not sociopathy.

[The Wolverine]

Um, no. SERIAL KILLERS are sociopaths and it means they don't care about the difference between right and wrong. Most people with Aspergers are non-violent and are more likely to be the victims of crimes than the perpetrators. They have a hard time in social situations and reading what other people are feeling. It's a form of autism, not sociopathy.

Excellent post. I was about to go out on a limb when someone said that it doesn't actually exist.

And Grant, I'm no expert or anything, but I can assure you that Asperger's has nothing to do with wanting to become a voice actor. It most likely will make you want to not become something.

EDIT: Asperger's is also not the same thing as being anti-social, which upon your description I'm convinced you are just that - anti-social. Asperger's also affects the ability to talk correctly. Sure, you can be shy around people (I am as well), but I'm also not a talker, and I even have a speech problem.

I've also got a question. Were you actually diagnosed by a credible psycologist, according to the standards of the DSM-IV? If not, I don't believe you have Asperger's at all.

[Chad Bonin]

Unless something affects your ability to vocalize, no, any fictional/actual afflictions should not be a problem.

It'd potentially be discrimination, and honestly might HELP get a job.

(Just pointing out the world is all...)

[GrantM]

It'd potentially be discrimination, and honestly might HELP get a job.

What do you mean?

[Lord Dalek]

Unless something affects your ability to vocalize, no, any fictional/actual afflictions should not be a problem.
Yeah, I've got asperger's and, from what I've heard of IS&M dubs, am probably more talented than any of those hacks.

[GrantM]

I've also got a question. Were you actually diagnosed by a credible psycologist, according to the standards of the DSM-IV? If not, I don't believe you have Asperger's at all.
I really don't know, but I assure you I do have it. I am not making it up. I would never make up something like that

[The Wolverine]

I really don't know, but I assure you I do have it. I am not making it up. I would never make up something like that

I rest my case.

[GrantM]

I rest my case.
You don't believe me

[Chad Bonin]

What do you mean?While it's one of the world's less amiable facts, some people/organizations may be more likely to give a disabled/minority/etc. person a job than a WASP healthy person... just to look non-discriminatory and junk.

Betcha if a girl who knew comics applied at a comic shop, she'd be preferred over a standard guy.

Just a fact of life.

[TrogdorNyimbhat]

While it's one of the world's less amiable facts, some people/organizations may be more likely to give a disabled/minority/etc. person a job than a WASP healthy person... just to look non-discriminatory and junk. See Sue Thomas FBEye: http://st.gospelcom.net/ .

[Sailor Chibi Otaku]

I really don't know, but I assure you I do have it. I am not making it up. I would never make up something like that
Sorry but I agree with Beau99. You haven't been to a doctor to get diagnosed with it so you can't say you have it.

I think you're getting AS mixed up with your social disorder. I think you need to do some research.

[One Radical Dude]

Whether you've got it or something else, you do need to see the doc.

[Sailor Chibi Otaku]

Whether you've got it or something else, you do need to see the doc.I was diagnosed with having a social disorder but she [my therapist] was wrong, why? Because I feel much more comfortable speaking to guys [I went to a male therapist soon after and I was more open with him] than I do with gals. Ladies have to come UP to me to talk to me; with guys, it's easier for me to go up to them. I've been like that ever since I was young.

I'm getting better now.

And on the off chance that no one here knows what AS is (I am sure that 99% of you do but clearly the thread starter doesn't), here's a condensed version of what it is:

"Asperger Syndrome or (Asperger's Disorder) is a neurobiological disorder named for a Viennese physician, Hans Asperger, who in 1944 published a paper which described a pattern of behaviors in several young boys who had normal intelligence and language development, but who also exhibited autistic-like behaviors and marked deficiencies in social and communication skills. In spite of the publication of his paper in the 1940's, it wasn't until 1994 that Asperger Syndrome was added to the DSM IV and only in the past few years has AS been recognized by professionals and parents.


Individuals with AS can exhibit a variety of characteristics and the disorder can range from mild to severe. Persons with AS show marked deficiencies in social skills, have difficulties with transitions or changes and prefer sameness. They often have obsessive routines and may be preoccupied with a particular subject of interest. They have a great deal of difficulty reading nonverbal cues (body language) and very often the individual with AS has difficulty determining proper body space. Often overly sensitive to sounds, tastes, smells, and sights, the person with AS may prefer soft clothing, certain foods, and be bothered by sounds or lights no one else seems to hear or see. It's important to remember that the person with AS perceives the world very differently. Therefore, many behaviors that seem odd or unusual are due to those neurological differences and not the result of intentional rudeness or bad behavior, and most certainly not the result of "improper parenting".

By definition, those with AS have a normal IQ and many individuals (although not all), exhibit exceptional skill or talent in a specific area. Because of their high degree of functionality and their naiveté, those with AS are often viewed as eccentric or odd and can easily become victims of teasing and bullying. While language development seems, on the surface, normal, individuals with AS often have deficits in pragmatics and prosody. Vocabularies may be extraordinarily rich and some children sound like "little professors." However, persons with AS can be extremely literal and have difficulty using language in a social context. At this time there is a great deal of debate as to exactly where AS fits. It is presently described as an autism spectrum disorder and Uta Frith, in her book AUTISM AND ASPERGER'S SYNDROME, described AS individuals as "having a dash of Autism". Some professionals feel that AS is the same as High Functioning Autism, while others feel that it is better described as a Nonverbal Learning Disability. AS shares many of the characteristics of PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder; Not otherwise specified), HFA, and NLD and because it was virtually unknown until a few years ago, many individuals either received an incorrect diagnosis or remained undiagnosed. For example, it is not at all uncommon for a child who was initially diagnosed with ADD or ADHD be re-diagnosed with AS. In addition, some individuals who were originally diagnosed with HFA or PDD-NOS are now being given the AS diagnosis and many individuals have a dual diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism."

[GrantM]

I just found out how and when I was diagnosed with AS, from what I know I was about 5 when I was diagnosed and it was by a psychiatrist (I asked my parents about it since they knew when and how I was diagnosed)

In fact from what I know I've been told I never spoke until I was 5

[Scythemantis]

Uh, sorry if I sound mean or something, but why in the world would you even ask this question? How could it POSSIBLY affect your ability to stand in a recording room reciting lines? Why would anybody factor it into their decision to hire you?

[GrantM]

Uh, sorry if I sound mean or something, but why in the world would you even ask this question? How could it POSSIBLY affect your ability to stand in a recording room reciting lines? Why would anybody factor it into their decision to hire you?
It's the latter that concerned me to be honest

[Alex Toon]

Do any professionals come on TZ, if so I could sure use an answer from themWell, we had itsamike, but I don't think he comes here that often anymore.

[Chad Bonin]

It's the latter that concerned me to be honestUnless these guys go "Pssh, Aspergers, that's not a real disease... he's just shy" or "HOLY CRAP, CAN I CATCH THAT?!"...

Wait... how the hell would it come up in the first place? I can't think of any reason it'd have to come up except on, like, health insurance or some'n.

[Sailor Chibi Otaku]

Wait... how the hell would it come up in the first place? I can't think of any reason it'd have to come up except on, like, health insurance or some'n.
Agrees.

[Fone Bone]

I was diagnosed with having a social disorder but she [my therapist] was wrong, why? Because I feel much more comfortable speaking to guys [I went to a male therapist soon after and I was more open with him] than I do with gals. Ladies have to come UP to me to talk to me; with guys, it's easier for me to go up to them. I've been like that ever since I was young.

I'm getting better now.

And on the off chance that no one here knows what AS is (I am sure that 99% of you do but clearly the thread starter doesn't), here's a condensed version of what it is:

"Asperger Syndrome or (Asperger's Disorder) is a neurobiological disorder named for a Viennese physician, Hans Asperger, who in 1944 published a paper which described a pattern of behaviors in several young boys who had normal intelligence and language development, but who also exhibited autistic-like behaviors and marked deficiencies in social and communication skills. In spite of the publication of his paper in the 1940's, it wasn't until 1994 that Asperger Syndrome was added to the DSM IV and only in the past few years has AS been recognized by professionals and parents.


Individuals with AS can exhibit a variety of characteristics and the disorder can range from mild to severe. Persons with AS show marked deficiencies in social skills, have difficulties with transitions or changes and prefer sameness. They often have obsessive routines and may be preoccupied with a particular subject of interest. They have a great deal of difficulty reading nonverbal cues (body language) and very often the individual with AS has difficulty determining proper body space. Often overly sensitive to sounds, tastes, smells, and sights, the person with AS may prefer soft clothing, certain foods, and be bothered by sounds or lights no one else seems to hear or see. It's important to remember that the person with AS perceives the world very differently. Therefore, many behaviors that seem odd or unusual are due to those neurological differences and not the result of intentional rudeness or bad behavior, and most certainly not the result of "improper parenting".

By definition, those with AS have a normal IQ and many individuals (although not all), exhibit exceptional skill or talent in a specific area. Because of their high degree of functionality and their naiveté, those with AS are often viewed as eccentric or odd and can easily become victims of teasing and bullying. While language development seems, on the surface, normal, individuals with AS often have deficits in pragmatics and prosody. Vocabularies may be extraordinarily rich and some children sound like "little professors." However, persons with AS can be extremely literal and have difficulty using language in a social context. At this time there is a great deal of debate as to exactly where AS fits. It is presently described as an autism spectrum disorder and Uta Frith, in her book AUTISM AND ASPERGER'S SYNDROME, described AS individuals as "having a dash of Autism". Some professionals feel that AS is the same as High Functioning Autism, while others feel that it is better described as a Nonverbal Learning Disability. AS shares many of the characteristics of PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder; Not otherwise specified), HFA, and NLD and because it was virtually unknown until a few years ago, many individuals either received an incorrect diagnosis or remained undiagnosed. For example, it is not at all uncommon for a child who was initially diagnosed with ADD or ADHD be re-diagnosed with AS. In addition, some individuals who were originally diagnosed with HFA or PDD-NOS are now being given the AS diagnosis and many individuals have a dual diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism."

I have a LOT of those symtoms. I get preoccupied with stuff and I've always wondered why I always wear soft clothes. Sometimes I'd like to spend a day without Asperger's, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Schizo-effective. I like myself as I am fine but I've often wondered how the world is perceived by "normal" people. I see the world very different than most people I know and I'd kind of like to see how the other half lives.

[HumanoidTyphoon]

Uh, sorry if I sound mean or something, but why in the world would you even ask this question? How could it POSSIBLY affect your ability to stand in a recording room reciting lines? Why would anybody factor it into their decision to hire you?It's precisely this reason that I'd believe he has Aspergers. I'm no professional, and it'd be real hard to tell online, but I've seen it a lot and this just seems to fit to me.

[Lord Dalek]

Unless these guys go "Pssh, Aspergers, that's not a real disease... he's just shy" or "HOLY CRAP, CAN I CATCH THAT?!"...
But it isn't a disease, it's a form of pseudo-autism.

[The Wolverine]

I have a LOT of those symtoms. I get preoccupied with stuff and I've always wondered why I always wear soft clothes. Sometimes I'd like to spend a day without Asperger's, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Schizo-effective. I like myself as I am fine but I've often wondered how the world is perceived by "normal" people. I see the world very different than most people I know and I'd kind of like to see how the other half lives.

I feel your pain, although I don't let it get to me as much. It's not fun at all, however.

[Chad Bonin]

But it isn't a disease, it's a form of pseudo-autism.Just sayin'; that's what they may say, if it even ever came up in a job interview. I just had a job interview, and did not feel the need to bring up a car accident from two years ago or the fact that part of my left index finger is numb from a glue gun incident in High School. It's just something that'd probably should never come up in an interview/audition.

[Drachentöter]

Uh, sorry if I sound mean or something, but why in the world would you even ask this question? How could it POSSIBLY affect your ability to stand in a recording room reciting lines? Why would anybody factor it into their decision to hire you?
I'm not entirely certain as I'm not a medical expert at all, but I think I've read that AS can affect your voice inflection and tonality as well as your perception/projection of human emotion. A form of severe Asperger's could possibly affect a VA's ability to convey the appropriate sentiments of a character and that might cause an employer to not consider hiring.

That said, I think any of those type of disorders can and should be overcome by the strong of heart, so I have complete faith in Grant to achieve his goals. As long as you persist, odds are you will find a few voice acting roles specifically suited to your personal style and talents.

[Artimus Gigan]

I don't believe Aspergers Syndrome exists... it's like how all the doctors diagnose kids with ADHD so they don't have to do any actual work.


It only appears that they don't do any actual work at first...

Thye have an extrmely hard time concentraiting

[Master Moron]

Wouldn't someone be able to tell if someone has Asperger's just by the way they act? I mean, I've talked to people who have no idea what the condition is and when they meet someone with the condition all they know is that he seems kind of weird. Actually, it might be beneficial for you to come out in the open with the condition so they're aware of it, otherwise if you don't come out with it then they'll just think you're weird or a nut case or something.

As for all this whether the condition is real or not...well, I remember a friend of mine one time asked me if I was autistic and I had no idea what it meant, then I looked up the definition and I noticed that the symptoms seemed to fit me pretty well. But, well, who cares? If I don't like something about myself I can change it.

You know, I'm kind of obsessive compulsive, I've never been diagnosed with it because I refuse to take medication for crap like that. Some people have offered to get me diagnosed with it so I could get medication for it, but I'm not going to put that crap in my body. I used to flip light switches on and off like 10 times in a row, it had to be even numbers. Like, I couldn't flip them on and off 5 times in a row it had to be 10, but you know what I did, I STOPPED flipping light switches on and off. I just forced myself too. I still wash my hands like 50 times a day, but I don't want to stop that. Maybe if I start washing them to the bone like some OCD people do then I'll consider doing something like that, but right now I like always having clean hands. So, in my mind, while I wouldn't say OCD doesn't exist, it's possible to stop obsessive compulsive behavior without medication if you truly want to.

As for asperger's. I don't really know anybody with that condition. I like soft clothes...but...uhhhh...doesn't everybody? Some of those symptons kind of fit me, some kind of don't, but I guess that's true for any condition. Hell, if you gave symptons for 20 different conditions I'd probably think I have all 20.

Question for those with asperger's. Isn't it possible that if you try really hard you can learn to pick up social cues and stuff? I mean, can't you like study a book or something that lists different social cues and stuff? If you tried really hard couldn't you fake it so no one knows you have any disorder?

Holy crap, I didn't mean to make this post that long...I don't mean to insult anybody here, as I'm sure a lot of people are sensitive about the disorders they have, but I'm just saying you can't let a disorder stop you from living your life. You have to beat it. Don't let a doctor's diagnosis give you an excuse.

[Fone Bone]

Wouldn't someone be able to tell if someone has Asperger's just by the way they act? I mean, I've talked to people who have no idea what the condition is and when they meet someone with the condition all they know is that he seems kind of weird. Actually, it might be beneficial for you to come out in the open with the condition so they're aware of it, otherwise if you don't come out with it then they'll just think you're weird or a nut case or something.

As for all this whether the condition is real or not...well, I remember a friend of mine one time asked me if I was autistic and I had no idea what it meant, then I looked up the definition and I noticed that the symptoms seemed to fit me pretty well. But, well, who cares? If I don't like something about myself I can change it.

You know, I'm kind of obsessive compulsive, I've never been diagnosed with it because I refuse to take medication for crap like that. Some people have offered to get me diagnosed with it so I could get medication for it, but I'm not going to put that crap in my body. I used to flip light switches on and off like 10 times in a row, it had to be even numbers. Like, I couldn't flip them on and off 5 times in a row it had to be 10, but you know what I did, I STOPPED flipping light switches on and off. I just forced myself too. I still wash my hands like 50 times a day, but I don't want to stop that. Maybe if I start washing them to the bone like some OCD people do then I'll consider doing something like that, but right now I like always having clean hands. So, in my mind, while I wouldn't say OCD doesn't exist, it's possible to stop obsessive compulsive behavior without medication if you truly want to. I used to wash my hands so much you could see through the skin. Luckily I feel safe enough in my own place to not have to wash them so much. As for medication, it's not too bad but people have got to realize it isn't a cure-all and is only PART of treatment. Friends and support systems are much more helpful.

As for asperger's. I don't really know anybody with that condition. I like soft clothes...but...uhhhh...doesn't everybody? Some of those symptons kind of fit me, some kind of don't, but I guess that's true for any condition. Hell, if you gave symptons for 20 different conditions I'd probably think I have all 20. I don't own a single pair of jeans. The fabric is too hard for me and I know a lot of people find jeans the most comfortable pants you can wear. I'm usually only comfortable in thin sweats and T-Shirts that have been washed a lot.

Question for those with asperger's. Isn't it possible that if you try really hard you can learn to pick up social cues and stuff? I mean, can't you like study a book or something that lists different social cues and stuff? If you tried really hard couldn't you fake it so no one knows you have any disorder?I'm pretty good at social cues with people I know. Most of my Asperger's diagonosis I'm pretty sure has to do with the way I talk and not so much not being able to read people. I usually speak in short clipped sentences and repeat things over and over. It annoys people but if I'm just talking to someone I get by just fine.

Holy crap, I didn't mean to make this post that long...I don't mean to insult anybody here, as I'm sure a lot of people are sensitive about the disorders they have, but I'm just saying you can't let a disorder stop you from living your life. You have to beat it. Don't let a doctor's diagnosis give you an excuse.This is good advice but at the same time a diagnosis can be helpful. It lets you know what you are up against.

[Spongebrain2.0]

Er...sorry to be the village idiot here but what is Aspergers?

[The Wolverine]

Er...sorry to be the village idiot here but what is Aspergers?

An autistic spectrum disorder, sometimes confused with autism. Only it's not as bad.

[Shawn Hopkins]

As far as job interviews go, it would be highly inappropriate and illegal for an interviewer to ask you if you have a disability. And you have no reason or obligation to volunteer that information. So as long as you can do the work it's not a problem.

Here's the relevant part from the Americans with Disabilities Act:

Medical Examinations and Inquiries
Employers may not ask job applicants about the existence, nature, or severity of a disability. Applicants may be asked about their ability to perform specific job functions. A job offer may be conditioned on the results of a medical examination, but only if the examination is required for all entering employees in similar jobs. Medical examinations of employees must be job related and consistent with the employer's business needs.

More info here:

http://www.eeoc.gov/types/ada.html

Edit:

Didn't see you were from Scotland, and I have no idea what the law there is. But if Funi and ADV are in the US it should still apply.