Asperger 's Syndrome Of Children

Asperger’s syndrome is becoming more and more common as time goes by. Each year, more children are being diagnosed. This paper focuses on Asperger’s Syndrome and developing social skills in various social settings. By looking at the etiology, diagnostic procedures, how the condition effects development, daily challenges, current social/cultural views, and relevant social interventions, a better understanding on how to develop social skills for children with Asperger’s Syndrome can ensue. The world revolves around social situations. This is how people are hired for jobs, ask for things, make new friends, meet their future spouse, etc. At the moment, social skills training and social support is minimal compared to where it potentially

Approximately 947,570 Americans have Asperger’s Syndrome (AS), however, it is not an easy disorder to explain (Bashe 19). With multiple conditions and characteristics in each case, AS is not an easy disorder to diagnose. Asperger’s Syndrome was named after Hans Asperger, an Austrian physician, who first described the disorder in 1944 after studying a group of children with similar, unusual characteristics. However, AS was not made an official disease until 1994. Consequently, Asperger disease is just now becoming published and popular so there is still research and questions being answered. Asperger’s Syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder, is noted by above-average

Asperger’s syndrome, which is also referred to as Asperger's disorder, is a type of Persuasive Developmental Disorder. Persuasive Developmental Disorder or PDD are a group of conditions that involve delays in the development of basic skills, the most recognizable of these skills is the ability to communicate and socialize with others as well as use their own imagination. Although Asperger's syndrome is similar in some ways to autism, there are important differences between the two. Children with Asperger's syndrome typically function higher than those children with autism. In addition to them being higher functioning; children with Asperger's syndrome generally have normal intelligence and slightly less than normal language development.

1. This book allows one to look into the mind of an eleven year old girl suffering from Asperger’s Syndrome. It gives you examples concerning how she thinks and acts based on her surroundings and emotions.

Hans Aspergers first described Aspergers syndrome by studying boys with Autistic tendencies, but normal language development and intelligence. In 1944, Aspergers Disorder was officially included in the American Psychiatric Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; listed separately from autism (Asperger’s Syndrome, p.1). Although there is no specific “cause” of Aspergers, scientists believe it could be a genetic factor since it has been shown to run in families. Also, boys appear to have been shown to have the disorder more frequently than girls (A.D.A.M., p.1). Contradicting this, girls may in fact have the same rates, but their characteristics are dismissed as shyness.

The relationship between Asperger syndrome and autism has been a controversial topic in psychology. There is not a definite correlation which has been decided upon between the two and chiefly due to the fact that they are both overly similar. Concisely, psychologists seek to identify the main difference between them. In a simpler way, it is not yet clear whether autism and Asperger syndrome should be defined as independent (distinct) terms, or whether Asperger syndrome should be categorized under the wider realm of autism. In their researche, multiple scholars have come upon differing opinions and theories in support of their own perceptions of the two disorders which either agree or disagree at some point. Asperger syndrome is derived from Hans Asperger who is highly recognized for his efforts in defining the disease which many scholars had described as not diagnosable (Mayes, Calhoun & Crites, 2001).

However, this disorder remained forgotten until 1992 when Dr. Lorna Wing, a psychiatrist of the United Kingdom begun to investigate on it, until then, it was called "Autistic psychopathy". Despite all this, Asperger disorder was officially recognized for the first time in the diagnostic Statistical Manual of mental disorders, until the publication of the Fourth Edition in 1994, (DSM-IV). Asperger 's disorder is generally considered a form of autism, and is nowadays described as a disorder within the pervasive developmental disorders, judging as the more moderate part and with highest level of functioning of autistic spectrum disorders.

Aspergers syndrome is a type of pervasive development disorder or PDD. PDD’s are a group of conditions that involve delays in the development of many basic skills such as; the ability to socialize with others, to communicate and using their imagination( Aspergers). It was discovered by Hans Asperger who was a viennese physician who recognizes this disorder in the 1940’s. It became universally recognized as a developmental disorder in the United States( Quinn 32-33).

Robison’s memoir is optimistic and reassuring to all of his readers dealing with Asperger’s. John Elder Robison is, “…proud to be an Aspergian,” (Robison 5). He teaches his readers that “Asperger’s” does not have to be spoken in a negative tone. Somewhat similar to Robison’s attitude, Cukavac’s article reflects a proud, yet baffled tone. Jake is only twelve years old, yet he is enrolled in an electromagnetic physics class at Purdue University. Closely related to Robison’s statement, “Jake proudly refers to himself as an “Aspy,” or someone with Asperger’s,” (Cukavac 2 of 2). He is yet another example of a proud “Aspergerian”. The medical encyclopedia has a contrasting tone compared to the two previous texts. The article conveys an attitude that is forthright and authoritative. The text is clinical as it explains the causes and symptoms of the disorder along with the programs and support groups available for children with

validation of the diagnosis” (Stiefel, I., Shields, A. K., Swain, M. A., & Innes, W. R., Asperger’s

Asperger 's syndrome, or AS, is the mildest form of autism. AS is three times more likely to affect boys than girls. (Autism 2013). Children with AS generally find an object or topic and obsess over it, finding out everything they can about it and memorizing it. Often they 'll talk nonstop about this topic. Where AS is mild most children are able to communicate slightly but still have some trouble with eye contact and some speech. Aspergers is also called "high-functioning autism" because those with AS usually have normal to above average intelligence. Children with AS are at high risk for anxiety or depression as they enter adulthood.

Asperger’s disorder (AD) is a disruption in the formation of the child’s physical and or psychological development and recognizing these, the disorder was separated from Autism in 1944, to provide a basis for each child to get the proper care. All children with Asperger Disorder will show some traits in these three categories; impaired social skills, trouble communicating with others and a pattern of behavior, interest, and activities’ will be limited and recurring; they become obsessed with a single theme. Usually the child will have the normal communication skills in the beginning years. They will be using single words by age one. They just will not be using them in the normal way. When doctors are testing for this disorder, they are looking for specific behaviors or skills that are either present or absent. If the right services are available, Asperser’s children will show significant improvement in language

Asperger Syndrome (AS) is a condition characterized by developmental delays most notable in social contexts. AS is most commonly identified by obsessive and repetitive behaviors and unawareness of nonverbal communication. Both Asperger syndrome and autism are forms of pervasive developmental disorders (PDD). It is important to note the distinctions between the two PDD’s. We do not see impairment of adaptive skills, cognitive development, or language delay in those affected by Aspergers as we do in individuals with autism (Carpenter, Spratt, & Macias, 2013). Autism effects around 13 per 10,000 people, and Asperger disorder is seen in only 3 out of 10,000 (Fombonne, 2004). The regions of the brain that are affected with autism include left hemispheric impairment whereas the right hemispherical portion is correlated with Asperger’s. Equally important is the differentiation of Aspergers syndrome and High Functioning Autism. Unlike HFA, there is little language delay. The researcher will delve into regions of the brain associated with characteristic behaviors of the disorder and address additional neural contributors. While Asperger syndrome is multifactorial, genes are most influential and have a heritability of 80% (Lichtenstein et al 2010). A specific gene has not yet been identified for the disorder, and is thought to be a result of many genetic mutations combined (El-Fishawy 2010). Inherited genes make us vulnerable to the

This research gave the most significance in helping people diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, as well as their family members. It has also helped teachers who have twice-exceptional students.

After an initial screening by the family doctor or pediatrician, the next appointment for Asperger’s Syndrome screening is usually with a mental health expert. The mental health expert, along with a team of experts, will observe the child. This team includes a psychologist, neurologist, psychiatrist, and a speech therapist. After the initial observation, the child will undergo a series of tests to assess academic capabilities, speech, language, and problem solving. A certain core group of behaviors such as abnormal eye contact, a lack of interactive play, and aloofness, will alert the doctors as to the possibility of an Asperger’s diagnosis. These children are all screened very thoroughly because of the instances of a misdiagnosis of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity