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<blockquote data-quote="BusynMember" data-source="post: 317556" data-attributes="member: 1550"><p>Has he ever been evaluated completely by a neuropsychologist?</p><p></p><p>Have you considered that perhaps he could have Aspergers Syndrome, especially if he is socially unaware/clueless, but very smart? I have a son with this, and it's very subtle and puzzling, but the kids are definantely different. Take a look and see if this is something you may want to pursue. If so, then a neuropsychologist is definitely the best way to go. Psychiatrists often miss it because it's a neurological difference that masks as a psychiatric problem. Untreated, the child CAN develop big problems!! Although they have average or above average intelligence, many have trouble fitting into the workplace or meeting a SO, if they even want to. It really DOES require special handling.</p><p></p><p> Ok, give a whirl and see what you think.</p><p></p><p>HERE IS A BLURB ABOUT BOY TEENS WITH ASPERGERS:</p><p></p><p> Adolescence is one of the most painful periods of life for young people with Asperger's, because social interactions are more complex in this age group and require more subtle social skills. Some boys with AS become frustrated trying to relate to their peers and may become aggressive. Both boys and girls with the disorder are often quite naive for their age and easily manipulated by "street-wise" classmates. They are also more vulnerable than most youngsters to peer pressure. </p><p> Little research has been done regarding adults with AS. Some have serious difficulties with social and occupational functioning, but others are able to finish their schooling, join the workforce, and marry and have families. </p><p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: #000000"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: #000000">Read more: <a href="http://www.minddisorders.com/A-Br/Asperger-s-disorder.html#ixzz0W52XFTSf" target="_blank">http://www.minddisorders.com/A-Br/Asperger-s-disorder.html#ixzz0W52XFTSf</a></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: #000000"></span></p><p></p><p></p><p>Here is part on an article I found and further down I posted a few links:</p><p></p><p><strong>Signs and Symptoms</strong></p><p></p><p> Because the symptoms of AS are often hard to differentiate from other behavioral problems, it's best to let a doctor or other health professional evaluate your child's symptoms. It's not uncommon for a child to be diagnosed with <a href="http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/learning/adhd.html" target="_blank">attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)</a> before a diagnosis of AS is made later.</p><p> These signs and symptoms might be present in a child with AS:</p><p> </p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">inappropriate or minimal social interactions</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">conversations almost always revolving around self rather than others</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">"scripted," "robotic," or repetitive speech</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">lack of "common sense"</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">problems with reading, math, or writing skills</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">obsession with complex topics such as patterns or music</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">average to below-average nonverbal cognitive abilities, though verbal cognitive abilities are usually average to above-average</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">awkward movements</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">odd behaviors or mannerisms</li> </ul><p> It's important to note that, unlike kids with autism, those with AS might show no delays in language development; they usually have good grammatical skills and an advanced vocabulary at an early age. However, they typically do exhibit a language disorder &#8212; they might be very literal and have trouble using language in a social context.</p><p> Often there are no obvious delays in cognitive development or in age-appropriate self-help skills such as feeding and dressing themselves. Although kids with AS can have problems with attention span and organization, and have skills that seem well developed in some areas and lacking in others, they usually have average and sometimes above-average intelligence.</p><p></p><p><a href="http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/brain/asperger.html#" target="_blank">http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/brain/asperger.html#</a></p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.minddisorders.com/A-Br/Asperger-s-disorder.html" target="_blank">http://www.minddisorders.com/A-Br/Asperger-s-disorder.html</a></p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">For College Students</li> </ul></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="BusynMember, post: 317556, member: 1550"] Has he ever been evaluated completely by a neuropsychologist? Have you considered that perhaps he could have Aspergers Syndrome, especially if he is socially unaware/clueless, but very smart? I have a son with this, and it's very subtle and puzzling, but the kids are definantely different. Take a look and see if this is something you may want to pursue. If so, then a neuropsychologist is definitely the best way to go. Psychiatrists often miss it because it's a neurological difference that masks as a psychiatric problem. Untreated, the child CAN develop big problems!! Although they have average or above average intelligence, many have trouble fitting into the workplace or meeting a SO, if they even want to. It really DOES require special handling. Ok, give a whirl and see what you think. HERE IS A BLURB ABOUT BOY TEENS WITH ASPERGERS: Adolescence is one of the most painful periods of life for young people with Asperger's, because social interactions are more complex in this age group and require more subtle social skills. Some boys with AS become frustrated trying to relate to their peers and may become aggressive. Both boys and girls with the disorder are often quite naive for their age and easily manipulated by "street-wise" classmates. They are also more vulnerable than most youngsters to peer pressure. Little research has been done regarding adults with AS. Some have serious difficulties with social and occupational functioning, but others are able to finish their schooling, join the workforce, and marry and have families. [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] Read more: [URL]http://www.minddisorders.com/A-Br/Asperger-s-disorder.html#ixzz0W52XFTSf[/URL] [/COLOR][/LEFT] Here is part on an article I found and further down I posted a few links: [B]Signs and Symptoms[/B] Because the symptoms of AS are often hard to differentiate from other behavioral problems, it's best to let a doctor or other health professional evaluate your child's symptoms. It's not uncommon for a child to be diagnosed with [URL="http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/learning/adhd.html"]attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)[/URL] before a diagnosis of AS is made later. These signs and symptoms might be present in a child with AS: [LIST] [*]inappropriate or minimal social interactions [*]conversations almost always revolving around self rather than others [*]"scripted," "robotic," or repetitive speech [*]lack of "common sense" [*]problems with reading, math, or writing skills [*]obsession with complex topics such as patterns or music [*]average to below-average nonverbal cognitive abilities, though verbal cognitive abilities are usually average to above-average [*]awkward movements [*]odd behaviors or mannerisms [/LIST] It's important to note that, unlike kids with autism, those with AS might show no delays in language development; they usually have good grammatical skills and an advanced vocabulary at an early age. However, they typically do exhibit a language disorder — they might be very literal and have trouble using language in a social context. Often there are no obvious delays in cognitive development or in age-appropriate self-help skills such as feeding and dressing themselves. Although kids with AS can have problems with attention span and organization, and have skills that seem well developed in some areas and lacking in others, they usually have average and sometimes above-average intelligence. [URL]http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/brain/asperger.html#[/URL] [URL]http://www.minddisorders.com/A-Br/Asperger-s-disorder.html[/URL] [LIST] [*]For College Students [/LIST] [/QUOTE]
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