Treating Anxiety in AS is Tricky

Treatment of anxiety in children with Asperger’s Syndrome can be a challenging undertaking. Some research does suggest that a type of therapy known as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) may be effective for helping some children overcome anxiety. Although this approach may be helpful, CBT does require the child to have some insight into his or her behaviors.

For children with AS this may not be possible. Medications can also be used to treat anxiety disorders. However, many children with AS already utilize medication to treat other symptoms of their disorder. As such, parents and children may be unwilling to consider another medication for treatment. Given the limitations of these approaches, biofeedback may provide an alternative treatment option for AS children suffering from anxiety.

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