Asperger Syndrome is a relatively mild form of autism that effects people in different ways than regular autism. Because it usually does not affect language, many people with Asperger Syndrome go undiagnosed.
This is the one form of autism that is usually not caught at an early age and is instead a disorder that develops later [...]
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Why is early intervention important for autism?
At the age of two or three, autistic kids must be placed into an intense and highly structured educational program. Both scientific studies and practical experience have shown that the prognosis is greatly improved if a child underwent such a program.
An autistic child performs stereotype behaviors like rocking or [...]
As with anyone with a physical or mental disorder, autistic people deal with a wide range of reactions from others, from full support to uncaring ignorance. Unfortunately, even those who support autistic family members, co-workers, and friends may not understand autism very well.
This leads to stereotypes, which can result in hatred, embarrassment, or other unhappy [...]
How should educators and parents handle a child’s autistic fixations on things such as vacuum cleaners or trains?
Fixations should be used to motivate schoolwork and education. If an autistic child is fixated on trains, try to use his interest on trains to motivate reading or learning arithmetic. Encourage him to read about trains or do [...]