Asperger’s Syndrome
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Of the four autism spectrum disorders, Asperger’s Syndrome is more common in children of elementary school age and older.
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Asperger's Syndrome is a condition characterized by difficulties with social relationships and communication. People with Asperger's may be preoccupied with favorite topics, struggle to understand idioms and social cues, and have trouble showing emotional reciprocity. However, relationships can succeed if communication is direct and partners are understanding of these challenges.
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Asperger's disorder is characterized by poor social skills and narrow, intense interests. It is defined by a lack of empathy, difficulty developing friendships, and one-sided conversations. Children with Asperger's have average to above average intelligence with normal language development. They do not have significant cognitive, self-help, or adaptive delays. Common behaviors include rigid routines, repetitive movements, and obsessive interests. Asperger's is diagnosed through medical evaluation, testing, and input from family, teachers, and psychologists to develop an individualized treatment plan.
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The document discusses autism spectrum disorders including autism and Asperger's syndrome. It describes symptoms such as difficulties with social skills, sensory processing, speech and language skills, and restrictive and repetitive behaviors. The document also summarizes research on the neurological differences in brain structure and function between those with autism versus Asperger's syndrome. Treatment approaches aim to target the core challenges and involve behavioral and social skills training as well as medication in some cases.
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Asperger syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder characterized by difficulties with social skills and nonverbal communication, as well as restricted interests. It is more common in boys than girls. While individuals with Asperger syndrome are of normal intelligence, they may exhibit repetitive behaviors, have trouble reading social cues or showing empathy. Treatment focuses on developing social skills through psychotherapy and medications can help with related conditions like anxiety or depression. Asperger syndrome affects about 1 in 500 individuals worldwide.
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Lars Christopher Gillberg is a Swedish professor of child psychiatry known for his pioneering research on autism spectrum disorders, Asperger syndrome, Tourette's syndrome, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In the 1970s, he developed the concept of Deficits in Attention, Motor control and Perception (DAMP), which refers to children with both ADHD and developmental coordination disorder. Gillberg's research has provided important insights into the genetics and diagnostic criteria of autism spectrum disorders.
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Asperger's syndrome is a type of pervasive developmental disorder that involves delays in social skills, communication, and imagination. Children with Asperger's syndrome typically function better than those with autism, having normal intelligence and language development. Symptoms include problems with social interactions, repetitive behaviors, communication difficulties, narrow interests, and clumsy movements. The exact cause is unknown but genetics may play a role, and estimates show it affects 1 in 250 to 1 in 10,000 children, occurring more often in males.
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The document provides information about a workshop on Asperger Syndrome for educators. It aims to help educators understand what life is like for students with AS and provides teaching strategies. The workshop covers defining and diagnosing AS, examples of how it affects social skills, communication, interests and behaviors. It also discusses strategies for accommodating students with AS, such as establishing routines, using visual supports and social stories, and managing tantrums.
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Asperger's Syndrome is a condition characterized by difficulties with social relationships and communication. People with Asperger's may be preoccupied with favorite topics, struggle to understand idioms and social cues, and have trouble showing emotional reciprocity. However, relationships can succeed if communication is direct and partners are understanding of these challenges.
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Asperger's disorder is characterized by poor social skills and narrow, intense interests. It is defined by a lack of empathy, difficulty developing friendships, and one-sided conversations. Children with Asperger's have average to above average intelligence with normal language development. They do not have significant cognitive, self-help, or adaptive delays. Common behaviors include rigid routines, repetitive movements, and obsessive interests. Asperger's is diagnosed through medical evaluation, testing, and input from family, teachers, and psychologists to develop an individualized treatment plan.
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The document discusses autism spectrum disorders including autism and Asperger's syndrome. It describes symptoms such as difficulties with social skills, sensory processing, speech and language skills, and restrictive and repetitive behaviors. The document also summarizes research on the neurological differences in brain structure and function between those with autism versus Asperger's syndrome. Treatment approaches aim to target the core challenges and involve behavioral and social skills training as well as medication in some cases.
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Asperger syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder characterized by difficulties with social skills and nonverbal communication, as well as restricted interests. It is more common in boys than girls. While individuals with Asperger syndrome are of normal intelligence, they may exhibit repetitive behaviors, have trouble reading social cues or showing empathy. Treatment focuses on developing social skills through psychotherapy and medications can help with related conditions like anxiety or depression. Asperger syndrome affects about 1 in 500 individuals worldwide.
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Lars Christopher Gillberg is a Swedish professor of child psychiatry known for his pioneering research on autism spectrum disorders, Asperger syndrome, Tourette's syndrome, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In the 1970s, he developed the concept of Deficits in Attention, Motor control and Perception (DAMP), which refers to children with both ADHD and developmental coordination disorder. Gillberg's research has provided important insights into the genetics and diagnostic criteria of autism spectrum disorders.
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Asperger's syndrome is a type of pervasive developmental disorder that involves delays in social skills, communication, and imagination. Children with Asperger's syndrome typically function better than those with autism, having normal intelligence and language development. Symptoms include problems with social interactions, repetitive behaviors, communication difficulties, narrow interests, and clumsy movements. The exact cause is unknown but genetics may play a role, and estimates show it affects 1 in 250 to 1 in 10,000 children, occurring more often in males.
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This document outlines the modules of a training series on autism spectrum disorders. It defines autism as a brain-based disorder that affects social interaction, communication, and causes repetitive behaviors. There are three main types of autism spectrum disorders: autistic disorder, Asperger syndrome, and PDD-NOS. Autism affects each person uniquely and is more commonly diagnosed in boys than girls. While the causes are unknown, the prevalence of autism has been rising in recent decades.
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Autism is a developmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction and communication skills as well as restrictive and repetitive behaviors. It is a spectrum disorder that affects about 1 in 150 children. Boys are more likely to be affected than girls. While its causes are unclear, autism is likely caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. There is no cure for autism, but early diagnosis and treatment including speech, occupational, and behavioral therapies can help children better manage their symptoms.
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Tom is an 8-year-old boy diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome who has difficulty with social situations and impulse control. His single mother is concerned about finding an affordable summer program for Tom that allows him to socialize with other children outdoors. Asperger's is a form of autism characterized by challenges with social skills and restricted, repetitive behaviors. Common symptoms include issues with social interactions, obsessive interests, insistence on routines, odd speech, and hypersensitivity. Providing structure, visual supports, social skills training, and addressing problem behaviors can help meet the needs of children with Asperger's in educational and childcare settings.
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- Around 1 in 68 children in the US has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Boys are 4.5 times more likely to be diagnosed than girls.
- Genetic and environmental factors may increase risk, but vaccines are not a cause. Ongoing research is exploring genetic and environmental risk factors.
- Autism spectrum disorder covers a range of conditions involving difficulties with social skills and communication as well as repetitive behaviors
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- Common characteristics include lack of communication, lack of social interaction, sensory issues, and insistence on routines.
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Meditation is a pathway to academic success, one that many college students know little to nothing about. With the application of meditation, students can not only focus their minds, but bring harmony to their bodies to keep them centered, content, and healthy.
Interested in Psychology Studies? 5 Degree Programs to Consider
The document discusses 5 degree programs in psychology to consider at Argosy University. These include a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology, and degrees in School Psychology. Each program is described as focusing on different areas of psychology and building specific skills relevant to that field such as working with patients, counseling clients, analyzing criminal cases, or helping students.
Counseling Psychology Doctorate Program
Earning a doctorate in Counseling Psychology can expand one’s professional opportunities. Psychologists with doctorate degrees can choose to specialize in different types of counseling, including marriage and family counseling, educational counseling, guidance and career counseling, rehabilitation counseling, mental health counseling and substance abuse counseling.
How Organizational Psychology Fosters a Productive Workplace
If you are looking for a way to help both individuals and organizations, businesses, and work-type places, then you should definitely consider studying organizational psychology.
5 Tips to Rock Your Psychology Internship
The document provides 5 tips for rocking a psychology internship: 1) Begin with the end in mind by creating a roadmap with your career objectives; 2) Resonate your roadmap with the company's vision and goals; 3) Highlight your best qualities during interviews to convince the company you can help meet their objectives; 4) Treat the internship professionally to build references and impress for future jobs; 5) Learn new skills and improve old ones to gain a competitive advantage for future applications.
Sport Psychology, PE and Self-Esteem
As more and more schools face drastic budget cuts, parents and caretakers alike are wondering about the impact physical education really has on the mind and self-esteem of a child. Does daily physical activity benefit children more than we realize? Sport psychology professionals believe so.
Autism Awareness Month: Make a Difference
April is recognized as National Autism Awareness Month in the United States to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorders. Autism is a developmental disorder affecting communication and social skills that typically manifests between birth and age three. A range of symptoms affects each child differently, and severity can range from mild to severe. Wearing a puzzle ribbon, supporting events by the Autism Society, and contacting legislators are ways to help during Autism Awareness Month.
Business Psychology Applications
Business psychology is booming and is becoming more common for leaders in the business world to consult psychologists in order to improve the ability of organizations to function effectively, grow, and solve complex problems.
Careers in Organizational Psychology
Organizational psychology, also known as industrial-organizational (I-O) psychology, involves researching ways to increase workplace productivity and selecting job candidates. Degrees in I-O psychology range from bachelor's to doctorate levels. Graduates often work conducting research, testing products, training and assessing employees, or in human resources. Careers in business, government, or academia commonly involve analyzing research, which is where many I-O psychologists find employment. Argosy University offers a master's program equipping students with knowledge to work in areas like statistics, training, leadership, and organizational development.
Psychology Graduate Jobs
Successful completion of an advanced degree in psychology can open many doors in psychology graduate jobs.
The Benefits of Family Therapy
In family therapy, two or more family members can evaluate and address issues with the guidance of a licensed family psychologist
Aviation Psychology
Aviation psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on pilots, flight crews, and air traffic controllers. Aviation psychologists assist the aviation industry by evaluating potential employees, promoting smooth operations between work areas, and maintaining the mental health of aviation professionals. They use assessment centers and diagnostic tools to evaluate cognitive skills, cooperation, conflict resolution, and personality for selecting and training employees.
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Asperger’s Syndrome
- 2. www.helpingpsychology.com Of the four autism spectrum disorders, Asperger’s Syndrome is more common in children of elementary school age and older. Like autism, its cause is unknown, and it is indiscriminate in its victims, affecting a wide range of families without regard to wealth, race, or sex. http://g.psychcentral.com/news/u/2009/04/newtheoriesofautismaspergersyndrome.jpg
- 3. www.helpingpsychology.com Diagnosing the Disorder Unlike autism, which is diagnosed in the very early stages of childhood, Asperger’s is not generally noticed until later developmental stages. http://pinoytutorial.com/lifebytes/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/asperger-syndrome.jpg
- 4. www.helpingpsychology.com Asperger’s is often diagnosed between the ages of 4 and 9 years of age. Because children with Asperger’s tend to retain early learning skills such as language, and because some of the symptoms may not become apparent until later, the child may appear to have normal development. http://www.caecilian.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/asperger.jpg
- 6. www.helpingpsychology.com One of the most prevalent symptoms is in the area of social interaction. Children with this disorder seem to be emotionally distant, lacking empathy or emotional connections. http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2009/04/12/article-1169413-046ACFE4000005DC-690_468x286.jpg
- 7. www.helpingpsychology.com They are unable to pick up on non-verbal cues such as facial expressions and body language, and they often fail to hear or understand verbal inflection, tone, and pitch. Another sign of Asperger’s is difficulty in learning even simple motor skills, such as using silverware or catching a ball. http://extend.schoolwires.com/clipartgallery/images/19141481.jpg
- 8. www.helpingpsychology.com Walking, too, is difficult, as they usually have little to no coordination. A particular characteristic common in Asperger’s is a narrow field of interest, in which they are experts, having a textbook knowledge of that particular subject. http://www.theaspergersconnection.org/courses/esimplications/graphics/boy_at_computer.jpg
- 9. www.helpingpsychology.com Conversation revolves around their favorite topic, and it is often difficult to steer the conversation in a different direction. http://farm1.static.flickr.com/117/308374888_bafddfe00a_o.jpg
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- 11. www.helpingpsychology.com These therapies address the child’s inability to act appropriately in social situations and include speech workshops to aid in conversational skills; cognitive behavioral therapy is also used for emotional management to ease anxiety and emotional outbursts. http://i.telegraph.co.uk/telegraph/multimedia/archive/01115/Rosie_King_1115601c.jpg
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