AS and Early Intervention

In the absence of significant developmental delays – e.g., difficulty with gross motor skills such as walking or a lack of explicit language by two years of age – the presence of Asperger’s Syndrome may go undetected for years.

Even though significant developmental delays are often not present for children with Asperger’s Syndrome, there are cases in which language development is markedly delayed or children exhibit notably unique challenges in interacting with others. Children with AS might also express aversions to certain stimuli that feel overwhelming, such as bright lights or loud noises.

When these issues are detected, parents should immediately seek the help of medical professionals that will be capable of diagnosing their child and recommending services. For many children with AS, early intervention services are recommended as a foundational support to help bridge gaps and reduce deficits. Early intervention is vital to improving the child’s long-term prognosis and parents must understand that this type of intervention will be essential to helping the child with AS overcome many of the obstacles they face.

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