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The Uniqueness of Children With AS
Dr. Clatch writes about the importance of appreciating the uniqueness of children diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome.
A diagnosis of Asperger’s Syndrome (AS) may, at first, prompt a negative viewpoint. Asperger’s is often associated with images of disability and difficulty that begin when the child is in elementary school and extend well into adulthood. It is important for parents and caregivers to recognize that Asperger’s actually emphasizes the uniqueness of the child, a situation that if viewed properly can be seen as a gift rather than a disability.
Over time, experience and understanding of Asperger’s syndrome can prompt a positive change in attitude. Children with Asperger’s Syndrome have a number of unique talents and gifts that they often openly share with others. Learning to appreciate these talents and gifts is important for the development of the child and for the parent to recognize that a child with this disorder has a lot to offer families, peers, and communities.
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