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Conditions....
Listed
below is a list of some of the conditions we work with that
may cause children to have learning difficulties. Please
just click on the condition to find out more....
Asperger
syndrome
| Asperger
Syndrome
A
child diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome has restictions in
the normal functioning in communication, socialisation and
imagination. He/she is on the autistic spectrum.
(a) Communication
Although there may be little sign of language delay, the
expressiveness of the language may be restrictive, repetitive,
literal and he/she may find it difficult to read body language
and facial expression.
(b) Socialisation
A child with Asperger Syndrome usually has a narrow range
of interests, specific rituals and inflexibility. They generally
have a desire to interact with others but find it difficult
because of their lack of social flexibility.
(c) Imagination
They tend to find it difficult to understand abstract thoughts
and are very literal thinkers with a pronounced lack of
flexibility. They can become very focused and obsessive.
Other areas of significance:
Some have attention and concentration problems, coordination
difficulties and anxiety/low self esteem may be very relevant
to their lives.
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