The Myths and Facts About High-Functioning Autism and Aspergers
Moms and dads with an Aspergers or high functioning autistic (HFA) youngster tend to overwhelm themselves with research, treatments, and general anxiety over their kid’s welfare. While this is natural, it's not particularly good for you, your child, your marriage, or the rest of your family. And the truth is this: it isn't even necessary! Let’s dispel some myths that some parents have about HFA and Aspergers… Myth #1: I Somehow Missed "The Cure" for My Youngster's Disorder Did you somehow miss out on a pill, a supplement, a special treatment or a new therapy that could be "the one" that could have cured your youngster's disorder? The truth is, while many kids respond well to various therapies, even kids who are supposedly "recovered" still have some of the traits. Since there is no cure, there's no need to worry about it. Myth #2: I Will Have to Cope with This Alone When your youngster is diagnosed, you feel like y