When is it good to look for help for my child with Asperger’s Syndrome?
The earlier the better. Interventions targeted at young children can help them learn social skills and ways of interacting with others that will help them avoid the social difficulties (such as teasing, bullying, social rejection and isolation, and social anxiety) that affects older children, adolescents, and adults with the disorder. Alternatively, older children and adults can benefit tremendously from learning about the disorder, and ways to address its negative aspects while maximizing its positive side. The key is to seek help. Without knowledge of the disorder and proper diagnosis, many people can continue to experience difficulties that can affect them for a lifetime.
