Search This Blog

Lack of Demonstrated Empathy in Kids on the Autism Spectrum

The lack of “demonstrated empathy” is possibly the most dysfunctional aspect of Asperger's (AS) and High-Functioning Autism (HFA). But we do use the term “demonstrated empathy” for a very important reason. It’s not that these children have no empathy – they do. Rather, they often “give the impression” that they do not care about others.



==> Teaching Social Skills and Emotion Management

Emotional Outbursts & Meltdowns in ASD

Parenting any teenager comes with emotional ups and downs. But for parents of autistic teens, emotional outbursts and meltdowns can feel par...