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Asperger's Syndrome
What is Aspergers?
Aspergers, is a developmental disorder characterised by significant difficulties in social interaction and nonverbal communication, along with restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests.
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Difficulties
People with Asperger's syndrome may experience challenges such as specific learning difficulties, anxiety or other conditions. However, people with Asperger's syndrome will not have a learning disability, as they will have an average or above average intelligence. Individuals with AS are predisposed to violent or criminal behavior has been investigated, but is not supported by data.More evidence suggests that children diagnosed with Asperger syndrome are victims rather than offenders
How can we help
Social skills training. In groups or one on one sessions, therapists teach children how to interact with others and express themselves in more appropriate ways
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