Aspergers Disorder definition:

Asperger's disorder is at the milder end of PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorder). A more severe form is more likely to be autism. Unlike autism, your asperger's child is more likely to have normal intelligence and language, but will have problems with social interactions and non-verbal communication.


Asperger's symptoms:

You may notice some or all of these symptoms in your child, although there are so many variations that no two Asperger's children are the same:

• A child with Aspergers Disorder may have difficulty making and keeping friends.

• Your child is probably unaware of other people's feelings and doesn't pick up on normal social cues and facial expressions or body language which tell us a lot about how someone is feeling.

• They may stand too close when speaking, or not speak at the appropriate volume.

• They may have trouble understanding what makes others laugh, and they may be quite clumsy.

• They may dislike changes to their routine and feel insecure in new situations.

• They may be particularly interested in one or two subjects or hobbies and become unusually knowledgeable about them.

• A child with Asperger's may avoid eye contact and have unusual facial expressions or postures.

• Your child may have a dislike for loud noises, bright lights. He or she may also be sensitive to food with strong tastes or textures.

Asperger's disorder treatment:

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The sooner your child is diagnosed with Asperger's the better. There are various treatments possible for this condition which can go a long way in helping your child overcome the difficulties they have.

• Children can be taught communication skills in a more explicit way, rather like we teach foreign languages. They can learn, gradually, to undertand other people's body language and other non-verbal communication.

• Asperger's children can also be taught, over time, to use strategies to control problem behaviors such as tantrums and to cope with unexpected situations.

If you suspect that your child may have Asperger's consult your doctor who will be able to give you more information and if necessary refer you to a specialist.

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