My ASD Child

In this article, we will discuss the major symptoms associated with Aspergers and High Functioning Autism… Aggression— Aggression is seldom an isolated problem and is particularly complex in kids with Aspergers (high functioning autism) [23]. It is important to understand that aggressive behavior is not always associated with just one condition and can have highly varied sources. An array of theoretic models has been proposed to understand aggressive behavior in children with Aspergers [24]. There are promising biologic models that suggest the behavior arises from alterations in dopaminergic reward mechanisms [25], and cognitive models, suggesting that such acts are an outcome of conditioned learning [26], [27]. Tantrums and physical aggression are often responses to a variety of circumstances and occur in the context of diverse emotions [23]. It has become fashionable to consider aggression as prima facie evidence of bipolar disorder, particularly when Aspergers kids are distrac

Has anyone found any direct combination of Aspergers Syndrome and Specific Learning Disability? Have a small girl of 5 yrs who displays these traits. Aspergers may be associated with learning difficulties and attention deficit disorder. Indeed, many kids and teens with Aspergers have previously been diagnosed with AD/HD instead of Aspergers. Children with AD/HD may have difficulty with social interaction, but the primary difficulties are inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. In children with Aspergers, the social awkwardness is a greater concern. As kids with Aspergers enter adolescence, they become acutely aware of their differences. This may lead to depression and anxiety. The depression, if not treated, may persist into adulthood. Also, what is the connection between Semantic Pragmatic Disorder and Aspergers Syndrome ?? ==> First, we'll look at SPG... Semantic Pragmatic Disorder— HISTORY— Semantic-Pragmatic Disorder was originally defined in the literature