Asperger

and a lack of understanding and support, even if they showed a capacity and willingness to work. Barnhill, G. P. (2007). Outcomes in adults with Asperger Syndrome. Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 22(2), 116-126. doi:10.1177/10883576070220020301 This literature review addressed the various outcomes for adults diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome (AS), including employment, by examining variables, such as comorbid mental and physical health conditions, neurological issues, legal system

Asperger’s Syndrome is categorized as an autism spectrum disorder. It is a developmental disorder found at the higher functioning end of the autism spectrum. (Calero,Mata, Bonete, Molinero, Mar Gómez-Pérez, 2015). The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) defines autism as a “developmental disability significantly affecting verbal and nonverbal communication and social interaction, generally evident before age three, that adversely affects a child’s educational performance” (Heward

In this research I will elaborate on the Asperger’s syndrome in terms of diagnosis, therapy and how to distinguish the Asperger’s among the other disorders. Asperger’s were first recognized by Hans Asperger 1944 and Leo Kanner in 1943 as a developmental disorder; however, it was reintroduced again in 1981 “since Wing’s (1981) introduced to Hans Asperger’s seminal work of 1944, and since inclusion of the disorder as a diagnostic category in Diagnostic

and communication, repetitive behaviors, and stereotyped interests and activities (as cited in Leifer, 2015, p. 748). However, symptoms and their severity vary greatly in each child. There are three types that have been identified: Classic autism, Asperger syndrome, and Pervasive developmental disorders. The cause of autism is unknown. According to Lockwood (2013), Childhood Autism Risk from Genetics and Environment (CHARGE) studied preschool children with autism and has shown the roles of prenatal

incredibly well investigated, from how they learn and perform in the laboratory, to how they teach general chemistry as a whole, but there is something missing. There is no current research investigating how students with high-functioning autism and Asperger 's syndrome learn chemistry. This is relevant due to the significant increase in students with HFA/AS that are enrolling and attending college9. A more in-depth understanding of how these students learn chemistry will benefit professors who have

Social disability significantly modifies the development of the identity and individualisation of children. How does the lack of a strong sense of self in autistic children influence them? Provide examples using two chosen texts. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time by Mark Haddon and The Eye of the Sheep by Sofie Laguna are two novels that explore important ideas and issues regarding the differences between those with Asperger’s syndrome and those without. In both novels, the protagonists

Do you think Asperger syndrome has advantages if you do keep reading I'm going to talk about the main journey and the advantages of Asperger syndrome like compassion, logical thinking, and being smart.although some people think Asperger syndrome is a disadvantage it has advantages too and now to tell you about the first advantage compassion? Christopher is compassionate by forgiving his father at the end of the book for killing Wellington, like in the book when he was sad found Wellington dead

When it comes to the Autism/Asperger spectrum it is an interesting disorder to learn and understand. As I had the opportunity to work with all range of children that have been diagnosed with Autism/Asperger, it is the students that have been recently diagnosed with Autism/Asperger that is interesting to learn about. I have the pleasure of helping a good friend of mine whom has a 3 year old son who was diagnosed with Autism during the summer of 2015 with understanding what is Autism and ways to support

told me that I had Aspergers Syndrome. Throughout elementary school, I knew something was amiss; I was in a separate class with other kids that acted weird like me. I had a lot of meltdowns, especially when dealing with other kids. I was basically different from other kids. I couldn’t figure out what was wrong with me; maybe my parents had told me before, but during the transition to middle school was the first time that I learned what I was. I am an Aspie (a person with Asperger Syndrome). I have

Asperger's Syndrome - Is Aspergers an Illness Or Just a Different Kind of Personality? Many people have questioned whether Asperger's syndrome is a disease or just a different kind of character. That depends entirely on your perception of things. THE CHALLENGES Yes, there are physical things that will vary about someone with Aspergers and some very real biochemical. Aspies (as people with Aspergers are sometimes called) typically have difficulty starting and supporting social contact, since they