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What Are The Signs And Symptoms Of Asperger's Syndrome?
Hi I recently stumbled across Asperger's syndrome and I feel my daughter and I may have this syndrome, I have three children and the oldest fits the description very well and my middle child does so mildly. Is there information you can provide to me regarding the symptoms and diagnosis?
Tue, 12 Jan 2016
Hi welcome to HCM
I have gone thru your query regarding symptoms of Asperger syndrome which you & your children you feel, have
The onset commonly occurs after the age of 3.
It is An autistic disorder most notable , the often great discrepancy between the intellectual and social abilities of those who have it.
Typical features also may include clumsy and uncoordinated motor movements, social impairment with extreme egocentricity, limited interests and unusual preoccupations, repetitive routines or rituals, speech and language peculiarities, and non-verbal communication problems.
People with Asperger syndrome generally have few facial expressions apart from anger or misery.
Most have excellent rote memory and musical ability, and become intensely interested in one or two subjects (sometimes to the exclusion of other topics). They may talk at length about a favorite subject or repeat a word or phrase many times.
Such People tend to be "in their own world" and preoccupied with their own agenda.
Some individuals who exhibit features of autism but who have well-developed language skills may be diagnosed with Asperger syndrome.
There is also an increased risk for development of psychosis (a mental disorder) and/or mood problems such as depression and anxiety in the later years.
Treatment is based on your child's unique symptoms. It may change often so that it's most useful for your child and strives to improve your child's abilities to interact with other people and thus to function effectively in society and be self-sufficient
School programs, job training, and counseling can help too .
Doctors, teachers, and mental health counselors can help your child improve his or her behavior and build social and learning skills .
At home, you can help build your child's confidence and skills. Use rules and daily routines, visual aids, and role-playing.
Activity-oriented groups and focused counseling can also be helpful.
Right now, there is no cure for Asperger's syndrome, but therapy may improve functioning and reduce undesirable behaviors.
Guidance of a specialist May be helpful
Hope this helps solve your query . Take care ,all the best
I have gone thru your query regarding symptoms of Asperger syndrome which you & your children you feel, have
The onset commonly occurs after the age of 3.
It is An autistic disorder most notable , the often great discrepancy between the intellectual and social abilities of those who have it.
Typical features also may include clumsy and uncoordinated motor movements, social impairment with extreme egocentricity, limited interests and unusual preoccupations, repetitive routines or rituals, speech and language peculiarities, and non-verbal communication problems.
People with Asperger syndrome generally have few facial expressions apart from anger or misery.
Most have excellent rote memory and musical ability, and become intensely interested in one or two subjects (sometimes to the exclusion of other topics). They may talk at length about a favorite subject or repeat a word or phrase many times.
Such People tend to be "in their own world" and preoccupied with their own agenda.
Some individuals who exhibit features of autism but who have well-developed language skills may be diagnosed with Asperger syndrome.
There is also an increased risk for development of psychosis (a mental disorder) and/or mood problems such as depression and anxiety in the later years.
Treatment is based on your child's unique symptoms. It may change often so that it's most useful for your child and strives to improve your child's abilities to interact with other people and thus to function effectively in society and be self-sufficient
School programs, job training, and counseling can help too .
Doctors, teachers, and mental health counselors can help your child improve his or her behavior and build social and learning skills .
At home, you can help build your child's confidence and skills. Use rules and daily routines, visual aids, and role-playing.
Activity-oriented groups and focused counseling can also be helpful.
Right now, there is no cure for Asperger's syndrome, but therapy may improve functioning and reduce undesirable behaviors.
Guidance of a specialist May be helpful
Hope this helps solve your query . Take care ,all the best
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Hi welcome to HCM
I have gone thru your query regarding Asperger's syndrome - its symptoms and diagnosis.
For your info , an abnormality in the brain is the cause of Asperger syndrome.
It is often considered a high functioning form of autism. It can lead to difficulty interacting socially, repeat behaviors .
Although people with Asperger syndrome often have difficulty socially, many have above-average intelligence.Some may excel in fields of computer programming and science.
There is no delay in their cognitive development, ability to take care of themselves, or curiosity about their environment .
People with Asperger syndrome become over-focused or obsessed on a single object or topic, ignoring all others. They want to know everything about this topic, and often talk about little .
People with Asperger do not withdraw from the world in the way that people with an autistic disorder do. They will often approach other people.
However, their problems with speech and language in a social setting often lead to isolation.
Abnormal eye contact ,Aloofness ,Failure to turn when called by name,
Failure to use gestures to point or show Lack of interactive play ,
Lack of interest in peers , are connected symptoms , may be noticeable in the first few months of life. Problems should be obvious by age 3 years.
There is no cure for Asperger's syndrome, but therapy may improve functioning and reduce undesirable behaviors .
Specialists prescribe ,Physical, emotional, and mental tests to rule out other causes and look more closely for signs of this syndrome.
The team that sees your child may include a psychologist, neurologist, psychiatrist, speech therapist, and other professionals who are experts in diagnosing children with Asperger syndrome.
Applying Yoga , and Pranayam deep breething can make difference positively in there life ,if guided rightly .
Hope this helps solve your query Take care All the best. Wish you good health ahead .
I have gone thru your query regarding Asperger's syndrome - its symptoms and diagnosis.
For your info , an abnormality in the brain is the cause of Asperger syndrome.
It is often considered a high functioning form of autism. It can lead to difficulty interacting socially, repeat behaviors .
Although people with Asperger syndrome often have difficulty socially, many have above-average intelligence.Some may excel in fields of computer programming and science.
There is no delay in their cognitive development, ability to take care of themselves, or curiosity about their environment .
People with Asperger syndrome become over-focused or obsessed on a single object or topic, ignoring all others. They want to know everything about this topic, and often talk about little .
People with Asperger do not withdraw from the world in the way that people with an autistic disorder do. They will often approach other people.
However, their problems with speech and language in a social setting often lead to isolation.
Abnormal eye contact ,Aloofness ,Failure to turn when called by name,
Failure to use gestures to point or show Lack of interactive play ,
Lack of interest in peers , are connected symptoms , may be noticeable in the first few months of life. Problems should be obvious by age 3 years.
There is no cure for Asperger's syndrome, but therapy may improve functioning and reduce undesirable behaviors .
Specialists prescribe ,Physical, emotional, and mental tests to rule out other causes and look more closely for signs of this syndrome.
The team that sees your child may include a psychologist, neurologist, psychiatrist, speech therapist, and other professionals who are experts in diagnosing children with Asperger syndrome.
Applying Yoga , and Pranayam deep breething can make difference positively in there life ,if guided rightly .
Hope this helps solve your query Take care All the best. Wish you good health ahead .
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