Is Asperger's syndrome serious?
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The severity of Asperger's syndrome depends upon the effect it has on a child. Asperger's syndrome affects children in different ways. Some affected children may have higher IQs than other affected children, which may make it difficult for children with lower IQs to live independently as adults. As adults, those with a higher IQ can work and live independent lives. Despite the IQ levels of affected children, most benefit from special needs programs in school.
The severity of Asperger's syndrome depends upon the effect it has on a child. Asperger's syndrome affects children in different ways. Some affected children may have higher IQs than other affected children, which may make it difficult for children... More -
William Stillman answered:Asperger’s Syndrome is serious only for the person experiencing it if he or she is not well supported or understood, or can’t access a community of compassionate and loving allies. (Asperger’s is not a degenerative disease or a medical-health condition; it is a neurological difference in thinking and logic.)
People with Asperger’s Syndrome may appear to be socially indifferent or disconnected, but, inside, are usually very sensitive about themselves and their place in the world. Placing value on their most passionate of interests; facilitating connections to meaningful relationships; pursuing viable employment opportunities; and educating them about their vulnerability to anxiety and depression can be the difference between poising someone for success and setting them up for failure in the form of increased withdrawal, anger, rigidity, and suicidal ideation.
Asperger’s Syndrome is serious only for the person experiencing it if he or she is not well supported or understood, or can’t access a community of compassionate and loving allies. (Asperger’s is not a degenerative disease or a... More
