My son who is now 10 was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome and at the time I refused medication as I prefered to try to correct the behaviour with behaviour therapy. Well this has worked to a degree but his aggression is really starting to show more and more and is mainly directed towards his younger brother. He is very strong physically and can inflict a lot of pain if he wants to on the other hand he can be a very loving affectionate boy too. I want to get help for him before it is too late and the aggression takes too firm a hold.
2006-11-19 08:39:28 · 7 answers · asked by smileybabe 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Not that I'm aware of, medication is not the best solution to behaviour problems anyway.
As an adult with Asperger's Syndrome, I have had some experience of struggling to control my temper when I was younger, mostly brought on by intense frustration or deliberate provocation.
Many children with AS find it frustrating to be around non-AS children, mostly because they can't easily relate to them. The AS child might actually want to spend some time by himself, I know I did.
From my experience younger siblings can be very annoying to an AS child, try keeping them apart or setting clear rules about potential areas of conflict, such as computer games, TV, favourite toys etc.
My real breakthough came when I released that I was capable of seriously injuring another person, and that was abhorrent to me. Try explaining to him that you are worried about him hurting his brother and it is making you unhappy.
I found that when I had chores to do such as washing up or cleaning the car, or weeding the garden, I could vent a little frustration on stubborn stains and weed rather than my brothers.
2006-11-20 21:17:35 · answer #1 · answered by Nebulous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son too was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome several years ago. He is now 23 and a very strong young man. He does have several other factors (disabilities) that contribute to his ability to "control" his going "balistic" as we lovingly call it.
The best thing we have found is to talk very quietly to him so that he has to stop what he's doing to listen to our voice.
Following an "outbreak" of this behaviour he is always remorseful and I know the behaviour is beyond his control - so I will never punish him for this. Never have & never will.
I know your days & your nights are filled with questions and often there are no answers. I know the draining you experience, and the fears, the desires ... the all of the emotions of it.
My heart goes out to you. In my opinion "No, aspies DO NOT rule". (I believe that's the term one writer listed) It is not something we parents are cheerleaders of or for. Love? Absolute and unconditional. But not cheerleaders. And no, I am not chastising you former poster - I appreciate what you are doing. I wish everyone was so open to their ABILITIES as opposed to their disABILITIES. Just remember parents live it 24/7. And we cannot leave it at work. Please take no offense to what I wrote - none intened - just a statement of fact as I see it.
Best wishes to you & your family.
2006-11-19 10:39:14 · answer #2 · answered by chey_one 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Whilst this may not be of any help as it does not directly answer your question I shall type it anyway.
One thing that can directly modify moods in children especially those with ASD is various foods.
I find myself that it is best if I stick to home made foods, low in sugar and with no additives. I know that my mood can be more aggressive if I've had food that is less than "wholesome". And I am not just talking about junk food but many other types of convience foods.
I find that after I have had some foods that my mood can be different, and thus I try to avoid them.
I therefore try to make my food wherever possible and not to buy ready made which are usually full of additives and perservatives.
2006-11-20 04:08:48 · answer #3 · answered by bobbi b 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have been an learning support worker for the priory, farliegh education, for three years we support a.s sutudents in main stream colleges across wiltshire and somerset, we find that medication is not always the way forward and it is great to hear a parents not take this as the first port of call. aspies are fantastic clever, lovable people, they love routine and and find it difficult to understand the world, as i am sure you know!!!!! consistancy in consequenses for his action will work given time, i wish you and your family all the luck in the world, we are hoping to open a forum chat room for aspie parents so keep an eye on the priory website, hope this helps, aspies rule!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-11-19 09:18:32 · answer #4 · answered by Shellby 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-04 03:39:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my nephew has the same condition and has medication once a day. his behaviour has much improved but i have no idea what it is called. i can only suggest you see your doctor or you could leave your mail add on my 360 page and i could let you know.
2006-11-19 08:44:54 · answer #6 · answered by emma m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be the onset of puberty affecting him, you really need to get professional advice of this.
I will do some research and if I come up with anything I will edit this answer...;
Some sites which may help
2006-11-19 08:41:56 · answer #7 · answered by huggz 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋