Introduction of Aspergers Syndrome - Ryan Wexelblatt

Introduction of Aspergers Syndrome

What is Aspergers Syndrome? ď‚— It is also known as Aspergers disorder and it is the type

of pervasive development disorder(PDD). The PDD are a group of condition that involve delay in the development of many basic skill, most notable the ability to specialize with others to communicate and to use the imagination. It is similar in some ways to Autism.

What are symptoms of Aspergers Syndrome?      

Problem with social skill Eccentric or repetitive behaviors Communication difficulties Limited range of interest Coordination problem skilled and talented

Problem with Social Skill ď‚— Children with Aspergers Syndrome generally have

difficulty to interacting with others and often awaked in social situations. They generally do not make the friends easily because the have difficulty initiating and maintain the conversation.

Eccentric or Repetitive Behaviors ď‚— In this step, the children with this condition may

develop odd, repetitive movement such as hand writing or figure twisting.

Communication Difficulties ď‚— In this step, the people with Aspergers syndrome may

not make eye contact when speaking with someone.

They may have trouble using the facial expression, gestures and understanding the body language.

Limited Range of Interest ď‚— A child with Aspergers Syndrome may develop an

intense, almost obsessive , interest in few Ares, such as sports schedules, weather or maps.

Coordination Problem ď‚— IN this step, the movement of children with Aspergers

Syndrome may seems clumsy or awkward.

skilled and Talented ď‚— Various

children with Aspergers Syndrome are exceptionally talented or skilled in a some particular area such as: music or math

Tips for Managing Aspergers Syndrome  Improve your child coordination  Minimize and manage your child’s sensory overload

and anxiety  Connect with your child through his or her special interest  Make nutrition a priority

Who I Am.. ď‚— Ryan Wexelblatt is a mental healthcare doctor which

will provide the special training in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and behavioral problems in children and young people.