There are asperger symptoms which range from being mild to very severe. Though, the most prevalent sign of Asperger's is a great deal of trouble in coping with social situations.
The child with Asperger's syndrome can learn to live a pretty regular life, as their language is normal and they're very intelligent. Although social situations are very difficult for them, they will often make a greater attempt to interact and fit in with others.
As every case of Asperger's is different due to each child being different, one set of Asperger's symptoms is not present in every kid. Asperger's symptoms normally present themselves when the kid is quite young at approximately three to four years of age. This is the time in their lives where they might begin preschool and be amongst several other children socially.
Common Asperger's symptoms include:
1. The kid's requirement for routine in his life. The Asperger's child will become distraught when there is a change. He craves stability and thus routine is soothing to him.
2. Difficulty in reading other people's body language. It is confusing to him, as he is not sure of the meaning of other's words and actions. Social cues aren't readily recognized by the Asperger's kid.
3. The lack of understanding of other people's feelings.
4. Staring at other people or to the other extreme, avoiding eye contact, as it makes him uncomfortable.
5. Focusing on one or just a couple of interests. He'll then take that interest to the extreme and become "expert" on the topic. Most Asperger's kids are highly bright and express interest in unusual topics that do not particularly interest other children in his age group.
6. Facial expressions are one of a kind, as is their stance.
7. Lack of expression in speech or a monotone sounding speech pattern. Would often misinterpret what others are saying, as recognizing the tone or pitch of other's voices is difficult for them to distinguish. Might normally take offense at something somebody says when none is intended.
8. Speech may be formal, unusual or advanced for the Asperger's child.
9. Often speaks what is on his mind and would talk endlessly on certain subject matters. Tends to verbalize readily.
10. The child with Asperger's is often sensitive to light, sounds and fabric.
11. Motor development may be disturbed. May be awkward in normal, day-to-day skills, such as holding utensils or playing sports.
Having one or two of the above Asperger's symptoms is normally not a cause for concern. If the child exhibits several of the above symptoms with the addition of difficulty coping with social situations then more information and aid ought to be sought by a medical professional that could work with him on modifications in behavior, and even other significant treatment.
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