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However, symptoms can be treated. Having an early intervention and the right program is essential. No “typical” treatment is followed, for treatments depend on the strengths and weaknesses of each particular case (Nemours). Each treatment plan must address key issues: health, wellness, sensory issues, processing problems, visualizing, concepts, fine and gross motor skills, speech, language, behavioral and social issues. Acquiring new skills and monitoring the nutrition and medication may change some functions, but if neurodevelopment foundations are not established, then the results will be limited
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Individuals with AS must learn to “think social” before they will be able to act social. The key social thinking skills that must be practiced are perspective, flexibility, curiosity, self-esteem, big picture thinking and communication (Notbohm). Another social treatment is called “Social Stories,” where they will learn relevant social cues, thoughts, feeling and behavioral scripts by writing social stories. This treatment can benefit more than just those with Asperger’s but also the family and friends, for social stories will help others understand people with Asperger’s are socially confused, anxious, aggressive or defiant. People with Asperger’s also may benefit from language therapy and psychotherapy. Similarly, younger kids may do sensory integration training, where the stimuli in which they are overly sensitive about is desensitized. In older kids, treatment may include behavioral and cognitive therapy. Besides therapies, a person with Asperger’s may have a specialized diet to help with the disorder. Dietary supplements can even help certain symptoms. For example, vitamin B6 helps with brain development. Other vitamins that are recommended include magnesium, vitamin C, and omega three fatty acids. Other studies have found the avoiding certain foods and taking the hormone secretin has improved symptoms. Treatments to AS may also include …show more content…
Often described as “oddballs” or “loners”, people with Asperger’s have distinct qualities and characteristics. While there are many negative aspects of having Asperger’s Syndrome, there are a few positive notes. People with Asperger’s can be very loyal and caring friends. They say exactly what is on their minds with no filter. Those with Asperger’s tend to be more accepting and like people for who they are, and are easily content with what they have and are not interested in buying the latest fad. Their rules and honesty lead them to excel in the classroom and as a citizen. With treatment, people with Asperger’s begin to better understand their disorder and are able to learn and adapt to social cues. Many people with Asperger’s get married and have children. Their attention to detail and focused interest leads them to a career. Asperger’s Syndrome is a lifelong condition that tends to stabilize and improve with treatment. Although no cure exists treatment helps people with Asperger’s live “normal” and healthy
Individuals with AS must learn to “think social” before they will be able to act social. The key social thinking skills that must be practiced are perspective, flexibility, curiosity, self-esteem, big picture thinking and communication (Notbohm). Another social treatment is called “Social Stories,” where they will learn relevant social cues, thoughts, feeling and behavioral scripts by writing social stories. This treatment can benefit more than just those with Asperger’s but also the family and friends, for social stories will help others understand people with Asperger’s are socially confused, anxious, aggressive or defiant. People with Asperger’s also may benefit from language therapy and psychotherapy. Similarly, younger kids may do sensory integration training, where the stimuli in which they are overly sensitive about is desensitized. In older kids, treatment may include behavioral and cognitive therapy. Besides therapies, a person with Asperger’s may have a specialized diet to help with the disorder. Dietary supplements can even help certain symptoms. For example, vitamin B6 helps with brain development. Other vitamins that are recommended include magnesium, vitamin C, and omega three fatty acids. Other studies have found the avoiding certain foods and taking the hormone secretin has improved symptoms. Treatments to AS may also include …show more content…
Often described as “oddballs” or “loners”, people with Asperger’s have distinct qualities and characteristics. While there are many negative aspects of having Asperger’s Syndrome, there are a few positive notes. People with Asperger’s can be very loyal and caring friends. They say exactly what is on their minds with no filter. Those with Asperger’s tend to be more accepting and like people for who they are, and are easily content with what they have and are not interested in buying the latest fad. Their rules and honesty lead them to excel in the classroom and as a citizen. With treatment, people with Asperger’s begin to better understand their disorder and are able to learn and adapt to social cues. Many people with Asperger’s get married and have children. Their attention to detail and focused interest leads them to a career. Asperger’s Syndrome is a lifelong condition that tends to stabilize and improve with treatment. Although no cure exists treatment helps people with Asperger’s live “normal” and healthy