Jan 04 2009
Asperger’s Syndrome
Asperger’s syndrome is a neuro-biological disorder that affects the brain. People who have Asperger’s seem very “normal” and are often of average or above average intelligence. There is 1 in every 500 people in Canada and the United States who have this dysfunction. This can include language disabilities to sensory problems and physical awkwardness. Some Individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome have a variety of characteristics and can range from mild to severe and they can have difficulty with their social skills, or with transitions or changes and prefer sameness. They often have obsessive routines and may be preoccupied with a particular subject of interest. It is very important to remember that the person with Asperger’s Syndrome perceives the world very differently and that their behaviour which may seem odd or unusual is due to the neurological differences and not because they are intentionally displaying rudeness or bad behaviour, and most certainly not the result of “improper parenting”. Those who have Asperger’s are very intelligent, extremely structured and have no social awareness as they are often very literal.
