Aspergers is a syndrome in the Autism Spectrum Disorder family. People that have Aspergers syndrome are on the higher end of the spectrum meaning that their symptoms aren’t as bad as Autism. The main problem with Aspergers syndrome is that people have trouble in social situations. Although they are often quite intelligent they are lacking socially and emotionally.
Symptoms of Aspergers syndrome do not really show until about school age and children may have all the symptoms while others may only have a few symptoms.
Here are some of the most common symptoms of Aspergers syndrome.
1. They may find it difficult socialising with other children. They will usually wait for other people to approach them rather than walk up to someone and start a conversation.
2. They may speak with words that are advanced for their age, the sort of words that adults use.
3. They find it hard to distinguish voice tones and so may not realise when someone is joking or being sarcastic and will take what they say very seriously even if it wasn’t meant in a nasty way.
4. They will often find one thing that interests them and become almost obsessed and want to learn everything they can about that thing.
5. They don’t like change and even a small change in their routine can really upset them. This can make it difficult for an Aspergers child to start school and when returned to school after school holidays may be difficult for them.
6. Children with Aspergers will often talk a lot about something they are interested in even if those around them are not at all interested in it. They may also just say what they are thinking even if it is un-appropriate, they don’t really realise that it is not appropriate.
7. Aspergers children will often have trouble making friends as they find it hard to relate to other children. They do want to build friendships but just aren’t sure how.
8. They will often avoid eye contact. This is a trait in Autistic children.
9. They may sometimes have repetitive movements like flapping their hands or rocking back and forth while sitting. They may use movements like these to calm themselves.
10. The tone of their voice is often flat and spoken with just one tone and doesn’t show much emotion.
11. They will often be un-coordinated and will sometimes have an awkward walk or run.
Children with Aspergers do have the most positive outcome on the Autism spectrum. They are usually very intelligent and have good language skills and can often be taught the social skills that they lack.
To teach Aspergers children the social skills that they need in life it is best to start dealing with them as early as possible. If you notice symptoms or suspect your child may have Aspergers syndrome then it is best for your child to seek help straight away.
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