As children with sensory integration disorders enter adolescence, they become more aware of how they are different. Many of these teens struggle to pay attention, are impulsive and have sensitivities to touch, movement and other sensory...
Autism is actually a spectrum of disorders that can range from mild to severe in symptoms. Teens with autism spectrum disorders may exhibit similar symptoms, but the degree and specific combination of symptoms may differ depending on how severe...
Dealing with a child who shows no remorse can be challenging, disturbing and even frightening, particularly if the child is your own. There are several reasons a child may fail to show remorse, some of which might be related to inherent...
Children who have Asperger's Syndrome can be difficult to discipline because they often have trouble understanding social behavior rules and responding to social cues. In addition to these issues, kids with Asperger's Syndrome are also...
Asperger's syndrome and autism are both disorders on the autism spectrum. The symptoms of these disorders include communication problems, poor coordination, irregular movements, obsessions, extreme temper tantrums and having a need for a specific...
The subtle cues of dating and sexual relationships may be difficult for people with Asperger's to navigate. The syndrome is commonly known by a lack of social awareness or skills, communication difficulties, obsession with a particular topic or...
Autism is a developmental disorder that affects communication, relationships and behavior. Although researchers have found evidence that autism begins before birth, and signs appear during infancy as the young person matures, the challenges of...
Asperger's syndrome is a severe, pervasive developmental disorder usually diagnosed in childhood; however, more adults who seek out treatment for depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder are...
There is a general acceptance that developmental disorders such as Asperger's Syndrome, autism and pervasive development disorder are genetic in origin. Scientifically, the effects of diet remain unproved, but untold numbers of parents report that...
Autism syndrome is "the presence of markedly abnormal or impaired development in social interaction and communication and a markedly restricted repertoire of activity and interests," according to the American Psychiatric Association. Because...
