Does Your Child Really Have Aspergers?
Question How can I know for sure whether or not my 8-year-old son truly has Aspergers? I'm not totally convinced at this point. There is some speculation based of observations of some of his behaviors - but I still have my doubts. Answer A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation from a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist who specializes in Aspergers (high functioning autism) will be able to give you a definitive answer to that question. Aspergers has a specific set of symptoms. However, each individual with Aspergers is unique; not everyone experiences the same combination of symptoms. Below is a basic list to help you identify whether or not your son has Aspergers-related symptoms: Cognitive and Motor Skill Impairments— Cognitive and motor skill problems are common in Aspergers. Typical cognitive and motor skill issues include: Difficulty with imaginative play: The Aspie does not engage in imaginative play as a child. Learns best visually: She has troubl