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Asperger’s Syndrome

Asperger’s Syndrome, which is also known as Autistic Psychopathy, is a Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) characterized by impairment in social skills, difficulties with transitions or changes and a need for sameness in the subject's environment. According to Barbara Kirby of OASIS (Online Asperger’s Syndrome Information and Support) persons with AS often have obsessive routines and may be preoccupied with a particular subject of interest. They have a great deal of difficulty reading nonverbal cues (body language) and very often the individual with AS has difficulty determining proper body space. As with other disorders within the autism spectrum, those with AS are very often overly sensitive to sounds, tastes, smells and sights. Prevalence of Asperger’s Syndrome appears to be more common in males. The onset of symptoms occurs later than what is seen in autism; most children are diagnosed between the ages of 5 and 9.

Asperger’s is not easily diagnosed. Many children are misdiagnosed with other neurological disorders such as Tourette’s Syndrome. Frequently, children are misdiagnosed with ADD or ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Dr. Fred Volkmar, a child psychologist at Yale, asserts that, “Asperger’s appears to be even more strongly genetic than classic autism. About a third of the fathers or brothers of children with Asperger’s show signs of the disorder.”

The behaviors of Asperger’s Syndrome can be remedied with specific types of therapy aimed at teaching social and practical skills. Individuals with AS who suffer from muscle rigidity may also be treated medically.

Our work has shown positive results when dealing with the symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome.

Biofeedback/Neurofeedback allows the client to experience a retraining of the brain wave patterns and reduce the effects of Asperger's Syndrome to a manageable level. Results vary based on severity of symptoms, other underlying conditions and number of secessions.

For a free demonstration on the use of Biofeedback/Neurofeedback, call now! 732-528-6060

 
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