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A Teachers Quick Guide To Aspergers Syndrome

By Dave Angel

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Disclaimer

The writer of the material present in "A Teacher's Quick Guide To Aspergers" believes that a multidisciplinary approach to parenting Aspergers children is of extreme importance. This means combining the approaches of a wide variety of disciplines involved with Asperger' children and their parents such as social workers, nurses, teachers, doctors, psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, speech therapists. Also it involves using the knowledge and information of parents themselves. The author recognizes that within scientific, educational, social and medical fields there are widely divergent viewpoints and opinions. This material is written for the express purpose of sharing educational information gathered from the experiences of the author and other people in the areas mentioned above. None of the information contained in this e-Book is intended to diagnose, prevent, treat, or cure Aspergers, nor is it intended to prescribe any of the techniques, materials or concepts presented as a form of treatment for Aspergers. Before beginning any practice relating to Aspergers it is highly recommended that you first obtain the consent and advice of a qualified health, education or social care professional. Should you choose to make use of the information contained herein without first consulting a health, education or social care professional, you are prescribing for yourself, which is your inalienable right. However, the author assumes no responsibility for the choices you make after your review of the information contained herein and your consultation with a qualified health, education or social care professional. None of the statements in this article or in the book have been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA), or the American Medical Association (AMA). Every effort has been made to accurately represent this product and its potential. However your level of success in attaining the results claimed in this program depends on the time and effort that you devote to the program, ideas and techniques mentioned. Results will vary for people on an individual basis. We cannot guarantee your success nor are we responsible for any of your actions.

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Index

Introduction What Is Aspergers Syndrome? Common School Concerns Social Communication The Way That The Aspergers Mind Works Sensory Issues Motor Skills Other Related Conditions Aspergers Teachers Cheat Sheet

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Introduction

I just wanted to write a few words as a way of introduction to this resource "A Teacher's Quick Guide To Aspergers" If you don't already know me I run a website for parents of children with Aspergers (blog), and one common worry that I hear repeated again and again from parents is about their child's education. Now obviously parents have a lot of different types of worries on this subject; because education is so important for all young people (whether they have Aspergers or not). But one key area that concerns a lot of parents is the level of education and knowledge that their children's teachers have on the topic of Aspergers. This obviously varies greatly from school to school, state to state, and even country to country. Now in my opinion the vast majority of teachers out there are hard working and genuinely in the profession to help people; but they may not have been given the basics when it comes to Aspergers. So I've designed this short resource for: 1. Teachers with no real understanding of Aspergers; to help them gain the fundamental understanding that they need. 2. Teachers with some understanding of Aspergers; to give them a reminder or "top up" of their existing knowledge. I hope you enjoy the resource and find it useful, Dave Angel

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1. What Is Aspergers Syndrome?

Brief History and Statistics:

Aspergers Syndrome is a condition characterized by varying levels of difficulty in social interaction. Children with Aspergers also have repetitive and restricted patterns of interest and behavior. Aspergers is one of the pervasive developmental disorders although it differs greatly from many other disorders in this category. Aspergers differs from other spectrum disorders in that the cognitive and language development remain intact.

Aspergers Syndrome is named after Han Asperger, an Australian paediatrician, who published his first research paper on Aspergers in February 1944. It wasn't until his death in the 1980's that it became a much wider known condition.

Although statistics are never entirely accurate ? it is estimated that 1 in 100 children have Aspergers Syndrome. Aspergers is a much more common diagnosis in boys than in girls. In fact the boy to girl ratio is about 10 boys to each girl (but for various reasons it is felt that girls are largely under-diagnosed).

While there is as yet no clear evidence as to the causes of Aspergers Syndrome, research supports that genetics may likely play a role. There may also be certain 'triggers' which may precipitate the condition. These include environmental factors like pollution, food intolerances (particularly to foods containing wheat, gluten, sugar and dairy products), digestive problems and even childhood vaccinations (particularly the MMRI). But I would like to emphasis that this is largely speculative and not backed up by any clear and definite science as yet.

Common Characteristics:

There are several common characteristics that medical professionals look for when diagnosing someone with Aspergers:

Lack of Social Communication Skills - The foremost of all Aspergers symptoms centers on social ability. There is a wide range of social skills that affect how we relate to other people. When these skills are lacking, our ability to relate to others, make friends, and hold meaningful conversations is severely diminished. Here is a list of affected social skills:

* All around social awkwardness.

* Inability to recognize social cues, gestures, and body language.

* No concept of the meaning of personal space.

* Inability to hold a meaningful conversation-not recognizing the rules of shared communication (does not know how to begin or end a conversation, or to wait his turn to talk).

* Inability to understand sarcasm and humor.

* Inability to recognize changes in vocal tone, voice inflection and vocal speed.

* Advanced language skills with a stiff, formal vocabulary and excessive talking.

Lack of Empathy - Another common Aspergers symptom is displaying a lack of apparent empathy. Many children with Aspergers struggle to understand the emotions of others, and to put themselves in another person's place emotionally. Children with Aspergers may come across as flat, without feeling, aloof, or rude.

Poor Eye Contact - Poor eye contact is common in children with Aspergers. Symptoms include an inability to maintain eye contact, as well as unusual staring. Some children with

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