Asperger’s syndrome symptoms can range from mildly irritating to severe. They can make life much more difficult, causing difficulty in learning how to socialize, communicating, and relating with friends and family.
A large percentage of children with Asperger Syndrome are boys. The average age at which they develop these symptoms is about 3 years. They tend to show symptoms early in their first year of school, although many have symptoms earlier. Asperger’s Syndrome is a complex disease with many causes, so it is often difficult to pinpoint the exact symptoms of Asperger’s Syndrome in a child.
Most children with Asperger Syndrome will show at least one or two of the following symptoms of Asperger Syndrome: severe impaired communication skills such as eye-hand coordination, or the ability to understand another person’s feelings. These disorders can range in severity from mild to moderate to severe.
Another symptom of Asperger’s syndrome is that the child shows an increased interest in one area of interest. Children with Asperger Syndrome are very interested in things they don’t understand.
Children with Asperger Syndrome may also show an increased interest in things that are of interest to the adults around them. Asperger Syndrome can cause a child to be preoccupied with thoughts of social interaction and may have difficulty communicating their desires to others in a language other than that of his / her native speaker.
Symptoms of Asperger Syndrome can include not being able to follow directions, repeating phrases, and using repetition as a way to help yourself. Some children with Asperger Syndrome may also have trouble following directions when trying to get to school and may also be unable to walk long distances. Many children with Asperger Syndrome are also unable to follow toilet instructions and perform routine tasks such as brushing their teeth.
Most children with Asperger’s syndrome will also show some types of obsessive-compulsive behavior, such as obsessing over the appearance of clothing, picking out a pattern in a picture, counting objects, or repeating a chore until it becomes ritualized. These children also may have a great need for sameness or conformity and have problems with consistency and routine.
Most children with Asperger’s syndrome will have a limited ability to interact with others at times. They may not be able to initiate conversations, and may be embarrassed by others when asked to participate in these activities. Sometimes, children with Asperger’s syndrome may even be unable to hold their own conversation, despite their great interest in the topics they are talking about.
Asperger’s syndrome symptoms will also include being easily irritated and aggressive. They may lash out at those they perceive to be teasing them. These children may also have trouble with the development of healthy relationships.
Asperger’s syndrome symptoms should also include being overly concerned about looks, or wearing clothes that make them look attractive. They also may become obsessed with their appearance and have a great desire to have their hair done in a particular way. Some children with Asperger’s syndrome may also seem obsessed with the color of their fingernails, hair, or the way their skin looks on the outside.
Children with Asperger’s syndrome also have difficulty with thinking and reasoning, and learning. They may have trouble understanding directions. They may also fail to follow rules set by their peers, and tend to think before they act.
Asperger’s syndrome symptoms can also include having an inflexible attitude, often refusing to comply with directions. They may become upset by small changes and be unable to cope with change or changes to routines. They may also become extremely sensitive when criticized. Some children with Asperger’s syndrome also may have trouble communicating and often appear to be distant from the outside world.
Asperger’s syndrome symptoms may also include being unable to relate to others. They may appear distant and unresponsive to suggestions and appear to have a strong preference for doing things the same way as other people do. They may also have problems with speaking and may not respond to words or gestures.