Cause Diagnosis and Treatment of Aspergers
Syndrome
As of this date, there is no known cure for
Asperger's Syndrome, but there are effective treatments and
medications that can be used to intervene and redirect behavior so
that the individual can function better in social
situations.
There is no known cause for Asperger's Syndrome but experts and
researchers are still studying the syndrome. There may be multiple
causes, but more studies are needed in order to determine what they
may be. It may turn out that Asperger's Syndrome (AS) is associated
with other mental disorders like depression and bipolar disorder,
or there may be environmental factors that effected the development
of the brain, which may be found to have an impact in the
development of Asperger's Syndrome. It has been determined that AS
has not been caused by emotional deprivation. AS is not the result
of bad parenting. Asperger's Syndrome is a neurobiological
disorder.
As of this date, there is no known cure for Asperger's Syndrome,
but there are effective treatments and medications that can be used
to intervene and redirect behavior so that the individual can
function better in social situations. Education is paramount to
early intervention and understanding when coping with someone with
AS. It is important to educate parents and teachers and other
adults who come into contact with children and adults with AS so
that their behaviors can be understood and modified with help from
treatment and therapy. Individuals receiving this assistance can
lead functioning lives.
Asperger's Syndrome is difficult to diagnose and many children
have been misdiagnosed before receiving the diagnosis of Asperger's
syndrome.
A specialist in psychosocial evaluation usually performs an
evaluation. A history of symptoms is usually taken, and the child's
development of motor skills and language skills as well as
personality and behavior patterns are observed. The child's social
development is assessed as well as communication skills and social
interaction.
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Families with children that have been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome can secure services by contacting the local school district, or by contacting organizations for Asperger's Syndrome. Federal laws require that public schools provide educational services that are appropriate for individuals with disabilities including those who have Asperger's Syndrome that are between the ages of 3 and 21.
Autism Aspergers
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Asperger's Syndrome is treated using behavior interventions,
psychotherapy, education of parents and other adults in contact
with the child, and medications. Specialized educational
interventions are necessary as well as social training, and
language therapy. Sensory integration training is necessary for
young children in which occupational therapist help to desensitize
the child to stimuli such as light, sound and touch. Older children
undergo psychotherapy or behavioral/cognitive therapy. Medications
may also be used as part of the treatment plan. There should be a
team aspect involving all of the caregivers medical and otherwise
of the child including doctors, teachers, babysitters, friends,
other family members and parents. Getting help early is key to
being able to help the child to cope with the signs and symptoms of
AS.
Children with AS respond to self-help programs and programs that
address the areas of deficiency such as curriculum or programs that
address the particular needs of the child.
Families with children with AS need support for emotional and
physical needs.
The key to success is through education and early
intervention.
Asperger's Syndrome
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Asperger’s History of Over-Diagnosis
People with social disabilities are not necessarily autistic, and giving them diagnoses on the autism spectrum often does a real disservice.
Asperger’s History of Over-Diagnosis
02/05/2012
Proposed autism diagnostic criteria roils medical community
A proposal to use new diagnostic criteria for autism has roiled the US medical community, with many experts concerned that the move could exclude children affected by some forms of the disorder.
Proposed autism diagnostic criteria roils medical community
01/09/2012
Asperger's group seeks to demystify diagnosis
AMESBURY — For those diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome at an early age, the teenage years can be especially challenging. The same goes for parents, teachers and anyone else who comes in contact with the neurological condition that affects the way sufferers socially interact with others.
Asperger's group seeks to demystify diagnosis
01/20/2012
Proposed changes to autism definition may mean new diagnoses for people with Asperger's
Proposed changes to American Psychological Association's diagnostic manual may stop skyrocketing autism rates, experts said
Proposed changes to autism definition may mean new diagnoses for people with Asperger's
01/30/2012
Asperger’s History of Over-Diagnosis
People with social disabilities are not necessarily autistic, and giving them diagnoses on the autism spectrum often does a real disservice.
Asperger’s History of Over-Diagnosis
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