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"I subscribed to this Community about a year ago in hopes of finding support and sharing experiences with other parents who are also given the challenge of nuturing a teenager/young adult who has been given the two-edged gift of Aspergers.
I have found immense rewards of being allowed to be part of this Community - mostly in articles, antedoctal reports from other parents and the always helpful comments and suggestions of Dave Angel.
If you think that your family are all alone in this big old world struggling with something you don't understand, the Parenting Aspergers Community is a lifeline."
Judy Berry
Florida,USA
""Hi Dave, just to let you know and other mums out there, that your website makes you feel your not alone and isolated, I can send a mesage anytime, and help is there very soon, thanks for your help Dave"
Lynn M
UK
"The Parenting Aspergers Community Web site has helped me with my difficult journey as a parent of an Asperger child. It is comforting to know that when I have a question or having a problem with my Asperger son that I have an incredible resource at the tip of my fingers.
I can post my question or problem on the Parenting blog for all the Parenting Asperger Community members who have Aspergers children also, to view and respond to my question or problem. Within minutes I usually have some great advice from parents whom have had the exact problem with their child and has given me invaluable advice from their experience.
Also David Angel the Founder of Parenting Aspergers Community will always monitor the advice given and give his expert solution on what I need to do to address the problem. I can honestly say that I get more out of Parenting Asperger Community website than what I would ever get from my son's Psychologist or Psychiatrist.
This website is an incredible resource and worth the membership fee ten fold! You won't be disappointed but pleasantly surprised at all the website offers.
All the best on your journey"
Shirleyanne Marelly
USA
"Your articles help me a great deal in trying to understand my son and find ways of helping him. Keep up the good work, in my mind you truly are an angel."
Suzanne Byrne
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Australia
"Dave, Just wanted to THANK YOU for all your help and wisdom with ASD and for sharing that with us! I've learned so very much about my grandson's world, since meeting you and being on your mailing list. What a true blessing!"
Lynn Wiley
Hinseville, Georgia, USA
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Aspergers Treatment
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The Complete Low Down to Treatments and Therapies
There are so many different types of treatments and therapies available today for children with Aspergers. But the problem for many parents is that they just can't keep up with what's out there. As well as this people are often worried about being "ripped off" or not getting the right sort of therapy to meet their own child's needs.
In this department I outline a wide range of therapeutic treatment approaches for children with Aspergers. I reveal exactly what they do and how effective they are. So that you as a parent can make the right choice.
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Is it possible to 'rewire' the brain to cure Asperger's?
As research and awareness continues to grow, the idea of an Asperger's cure seems to be a common theme. Some people say that early intervention is the answer, while others believe that it is never too late to see marked improvement in the challenges faced by people on the Autism Spectrum. . . .
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How do psychiatrists or doctors do formal testing for Asperger's?
There are no definitive medical tests used to diagnose cases of Asperger's. Testing usually consists of a variety of assessments and may be performed by a variety of medical and mental health professionals. If the child is of school age, some doctors will require the parents to begin assessments through the local school district. Since most insurance companies refuse to cover services related to autism, the weight of the cost is shifted to the government through the school system. . . .
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How do we introduce and continue cognitive behavior therapy in the home setting for a child with Asperger's?
Cognitive-Behavioral therapy is one of the most used and most effective therapies for children and adults with Asperger's Syndrome. This therapy is based on a person's feelings and emotions, and the ability to change behaviors by changing the way a person thinks, feels, and reacts in different situations. This therapy is a form of psychotherapy and is usually facilitated by a professional with a psychiatric or psychological background. However, due to the steady increase in Autism cases and in public awareness, more resources are becoming available for families to use in the home. . . .
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How can I help my 7 year old son with Aspergers overcome his tics?
For children with Asperger's, tics can be a troublesome, yet common symptom that causes concern. Tics are involuntary movements, twitches, or sounds that interfere with normal activity and bodily function. Tics may be chronic or could be short term, lasting less than one year. Some tics are considered simple, involving one specific movement or sound, while others are complex, involving a sequence of several movements. . . .
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Can you tell me more about the DIR therapy method?
Many early intervention programs and special education programs use a variety of therapy-based strategies to treat Autism. One method often used is called DIR therapy, or Developmental Individual-difference Relationship based therapy, also known as Floortime. Floortime focuses on the missing relationship component of Autism. . . .
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Can you tell me more about the DIR therapy method?
Many early intervention programs and special education programs use a variety of therapy-based strategies to treat Autism. One method often used is called DIR therapy, or Developmental Individual-difference Relationship based therapy, also known as Floortime. Floortime focuses on the missing relationship component of Autism. . . .
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Can you tell me more about the ABA therapy method?
Back in the 1960's, Dr. Ivar Lovaas, a clinical psychologist associated with the University of California in Los Angeles, created a method of therapy called ABA therapy. He claimed this therapy would teach basic skills, creating great benefits for children with Autism. He was not the only researcher working on this method, but is now considered to be one of the pioneers of Autism treatment due to the success of the Lovaas version of ABA therapy. . . .
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I would like to know more about Asperger's and ADHD treatment without prescribed drugs but using alternative approaches.
It is very common for a child to receive a diagnosis of Asperger's, ADHD, and a variety of additional learning disabilities or neuropsychological conditions. These diagnoses usually result in prescription medication. Sometimes, the child is given multiple medications, all of which are more commonly used to treat adults. Stimulant medicines, antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, and even anti-psychotics are given to children with Asperger's Syndrome. In addition, these drugs are being prescribed to an increasingly younger population as diagnostics are starting earlier in childhood than ever before. . . .
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Aspergers Treatment - Can you tell me more about the Miller Method for children with ASD?
Currently, only a small number of effective treatment strategies are used for Autism Spectrum Disorder. Included in these strategies is one called the Miller Method. While not nearly as widespread as Applied Behavioral Analysis, Floor time, or RDI, this method has some fascinating elements. The Miller Method was created by Eileen and Arnold Miller after years of research conducted regarding the cognitive and developmental systems connection. . . .
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Aspergers Treatment - Is it possible to rewire the brain to cure Aspergers?
As research and awareness continues to grow, the idea of an Asperger's cure seems to be a common theme. Some people say that early intervention is the answer, while others believe that it is never too late to see marked improvement in the challenges faced by people on the Autism Spectrum. However, most scientists, researchers, and neuro-medical professionals agree that people on the Autism Spectrum will benefit to some degree from various treatments used to rewire the brain. . . .
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Aspergers Treatment - Can you tell me about equine therapy and Aspergers?
As advances are made in treatments and therapies for Autism and Asperger's Syndrome, we are hearing more about the positive effects of less traditional methods. Equine therapy, sometimes referred to as hippotherapy, is one of those up and coming options for children with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome. Since most children are naturally drawn to animals, therapy is less stressful due to the child's focus on the animal. By combining horses and traditional therapy goals, you create an exciting therapy program that offers amazing results . . .
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