Aspergers Support Group
Charity Number SC 034675 “Together We Are Stronger”
Aspergers Syndrome (AS) is a form of Autism, a condition that affects the way a person communicates and relates to others. A number of the traits of autism are common to AS. These may be:
These are the main features of AS but remember that every person is an individual and therefore characteristics will vary greatly. The features can also change over time.
Recognising the Signs Because people with AS are not physically disabled, they look just like any other person. Due to this invisible nature it can be much harder to create awareness and understanding of the condition. An individual with AS may: - Show habitual and repetitive behaviours - Take things too literally - Tend to focus on minor things around them - Have poor understanding of other people’s body language and/or gestures - Appear aloof and indifferent to other people - Passively accept social contact - Approach other people in an odd, inappropriate way - Be overly sensitive to touch, smell, sounds etc
Before and After Diagnosis What Next? If you suspect your child has problems in any areas of social interaction, communication or if your child has developed a rigid repetitive way of coping with the world, the first step is to go to your GP and request a referral for a professional assessment. We Are Here For You……From day one, before or after diagnosis, we have all been in a situation like, or similar to, the one you are in right now. We have been through appointments, referrals, discussions with the professionals and the education system. Aspergers Syndrome does not have to be a life sentence—it just needs more understanding.
Join the Aspergers Support Group Aspergers Support Group for the Grampian Area was first started by a group of parents whose main object was to set up a support network for ourselves and other parents. We want to raise awareness of Aspergers Syndrome in our area, and highlight the needs of people with Aspergers Syndrome and their families. We are aiming to meet these needs by e.g. sharing information, promoting good practice, setting up and attending workshops, identifying gaps and needs etc. The main factor in all this is that we know what vast knowledge other parents have. In addition to this knowledge, a group run by and for parents has the understanding that can help other parents—especially in that frightening time after we first receive a diagnosis. We recognise the fact that “together we are stronger” and we wish to see as many parents as possible becoming members of our group. Membership is FREE, and if you cannot attend our meetings you can still be on our mailing list to receive our newsletter. You are not alone, please contact us! Aspergers Support Group Newsletters:
For Further Information Contact Aspergers Support Group for the Grampian Area: C/o Kjersti Dolmen, Chairperson 23 Princess Drive Dyce, Aberdeen, AB21 7JY Tel: Kjersti on (01224) 725160 or Jackie on (01224) 481752 Fax: (01224) 723508 E-mail: aspergersgroup@aol.com
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