There may also be a need to treat other issues related to, but separate from the main diagnosis of Asperger’s. For example, children with AS will sometimes experience hyperactivity, anxiety and depression that need to be dealt with simultaneously. Finally, it’s important to learn more about ...
Individuals with Asperger's are at significant risk for depression, withdrawal, and social isolation. Read this lesson to learn more about the...
Thank you for your advices. I took the Aspie Quiz twice today; at first it told me that I have aspie traits and neurotypical traits, but I left some questions unanswered (“don’t know” option), so I took it again, left only 2 don’t-knows and tried to be honest with myself tha...
In early childhood, children with AS may be quite active, but as they age they may experience depression or anxiety. Many individuals with AS have been incorrectly diagnosed with attention deficit disorder, hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or obsessive-compulsive disorder, possibly because the symptoms ...
Quiz Course 46K views Causes of Anger and Frustration The frustration of being unable to tell their caregivers what they want or need can build up. This frustration can lead those with Asperger's to lash out at those around them. For example, a child with Asperger's might have an angr...
It’s interesting to note that parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles of autistic children also have higher than average rates of major depression and social phobia. A number of studies (likethis one) have indicated no direct relationship between BAP and major depression or social phobia in aut...