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January 17, 2006, 4:34 pm PST
Meds are a last resort
Quote From: rlb101481I think he needs to be on meds. When I am not on some kind of meds I can get wierd. Aspergers gives me some problems, but I prefer my problem to so called "Neurotypicals", or those with typical neurological funtions. Aspergers is what gave me my high IQ and my photographic memory. It is aslo what is giving me the analytical abiltity to become a Computer Electrical Enginer. There are no meds made specifically for Asperger's. Asperger's Syndrome is a neurological difference. Meds. for children should be prescribed as a very last resort for extreme depression, extreme anxiety, etc. Parents of Asperger children need to learn as much as possible about AS. AS children can be very sensitive and get very upset when spoken to disrespectfully. There is always a reason for a meltdown. The best thing a parent can do is become a detective to find out exactly what is upsetting their child and help them by supporting them, offering modifications to the environment, etc. Also, AS children are not broken in need of fixing and they should not be made to feel as if they are broken. In treating these children with respect, kindness and patience, they do so very well.
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