Asperger syndrome is a form of autism. People with Asperger syndrome are often of average or above average intelligence. They have fewer problems with speech but may still have difficulties with understanding and processing language.…
References: Attwood, T (1998) Asperger 's syndrome. A guide for parents and professionals. London. Jessica Kingsly publishers.…
Individuals with Asperger’s generally have normal intelligence and normal early language acquisition. However, they show difficulties with social interactions and non-verbal communications. They may also show perseverative or repetitive behaviors. The lack of demonstrated empathy is possibly the most dysfunctional aspect of Asperger syndrome. Individuals with AS experience difficulties in basic elements of social interaction, which may include a failure to develop friendships or to seek shared enjoyments or achievements with others (for example, showing others objects of interest), a lack of social or emotional reciprocity, and impaired nonverbal behaviors in areas such as eye contact, facial expression, posture, and gesture.…
The mental health profession has made impressive strides in the diagnosis of various mental illnesses. The present situation contrasts sharply with the state of the profession in the past when practitioners were stunned by illnesses that they could not diagnose. In his book, Look me in the eyes, John Elder Robinson provides insights into the struggles endured by those ailing from Asperger’s syndrome. He details his experiences with this condition while giving focus to his inability to properly interact with others and respond properly to various situations (Robison, 2008). The book also highlights the failure of the mental health profession to deliver appropriate…
Asperger 's Syndrome is another form of autism and students with the syndrome will have many of the symptoms of those with autism however they are usually better at holding conversation and are not quite as detached from the world. As it is an Impairment of social skills so those with the syndrome would need constant attention and social communication.…
Asperger 's syndrome, is an autism spectrum disorder that affects language and behavioral development in children.…
‘Asperger's Syndrome is a Pervasive Developmental Disorder that falls within the autistic spectrum. It is a…
Formerly known as Asperger syndrome and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS); ASD is an undefined and cluster of multiple symptoms: cognitive, communicative, and sensory. According to Morrison (2014), “Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a heterogeneous neurodevelopmental disorder with widely varying degrees and manifestations that has both genetic and environmental causes.” Symptoms of ASD can be seen in children as early as 6 months of age. However, not all children show signs early some children don’t show symptoms until 2 years of age. Many students due to the lack of knowledge and acceptance about ASD many children aren’t diagnoses or introduced to early interventions until they enter school, and even then some students may go under the raider because their high intellectual ability. Some symptoms that might be seen in students with ASD are: unable to play pretend games, avoid eye contact, trouble interrupting the feelings of others (including non-verbal communication), having trouble with delayed speech and language skills, over reacts to change is schedule or routine, obsessive interest, and answers questions with unrelated answers. In my experience these students lack peer communication, they often have no friends, and some prefer to play alone, peers or adults cannot comfort when they become upset. Individuals with ASD may suffer acutely from some symptoms and mildly from…
Asperger syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder and is considered a high functioning form of Autism. Autism spectrum disorders are also known as pervasive developmental disorders and can affect social skills and communication. Asperger syndrome can also delay the development of motor skills and cause sensory problems. While there is no cure for Asperger syndrome, there are treatments to help teach the skills affected by Asperger to patients to help them cope with the disorder. Research is currently being conducted to find the causes of Asperger syndrome and other effective treatment methods.…
- Most children improve as they mature to adulthood, but social and communication difficulties may persist. The lack of demonstrated empathy is possibly the most dysfunctional aspect of Asperger syndrome. Individuals with AS experience difficulties in basic elements of social interaction. People with Asperger syndrome often display behavior, interests, and activities that are restricted and repetitive and are sometimes abnormally intense or focused. Although individuals with Asperger syndrome acquire language skills without significant general delay and their speech typically lacks significant abnormalities.…
The first resource (Appendix A) is an information page entitled ‘What is Asperger Syndrome’ and particularly focusses on the medical/deficit model of disability, a model which involves identifying symptoms, diagnosing a disease or a deficit and prescribing appropriate treatment (E214, Unit 2, p. 47). This resource is aimed at people who have been diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome, for parents whose children have recently been told their child has Asperger Syndrome or for people who want information on what the condition is. It goes through the three main difficulties that people with Asperger’s have, the characteristics of the syndrome, the causes and cures and finally the diagnosis process.…
Everyone struggles. Most often, hardships are buried beneath the surface. We have a tendency to act like we have everything under control, when in reality, we don’t. Mental illness can be hard to overcome, but those who are affected can be pros at pretending to be okay. Not all hardships are that dark - common issues like a recent break-up are hard to overcome too. But one thing I have learned is that everyone can overcome their obstacles. I’m in the process of overcoming an obstacle of my own. Most people (unless they’re on my team), would never guess that I have a medical condition that affects my breathing.…
Asperger syndrome, known otherwise as Aspergers, is a developmental disability categorized by noteworthy complications in communication with others, with limited and sometimes dull series of activities and comforts. It is a less intense rendition of Autism, though many confuse the disorders to be the same thing. When I was about eight or nine years old, I was diagnosed with Aspergers. I did not realize how serious it was at the time and I did not notice it in myself, but as I grew older, I began to understand myself in a better light.…
1) a study of an adolescent boy isolated from normal inclusion in society because of Asperger’s Syndrome…
References: Myles, Brenda Smith, and Simpson, Richard L. Asperger Syndrome. Austin, Texas: Pro-ed An International Publisher, 1998.…