For about 2 years now she has been on aderol(which is horrible) for ADHD but she doesn't really show the signs of it. I looked up Aspergers Syndrome today and some of it sounds a lot like her, some does not. She sometimes does strange things like repeatedly flap her arms or put her hands in front of her face while she opens and closes them really fast. My mom will gently push her hand down but it pops right back up like she can't control it, she usually says that she doesn't realize that she's doing it. She only makes friends with people who are older than her or younger, she doesn't know how to interact with children her own age. She is VERY eccentric, doesn't care about what the other kids are doing, all she wants to do is sing, listen to music, and talk about horses. She loves drawing and painting, and is very good at it. It is impossible to have a 2 sided conversation with her, IMPOSSIBLE.
2007-09-27 08:39:38 · 3 answers · asked by getalifeFATTY 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
She does not know how to behave in social situations, she's not shy, she just doesn't know how to behave. When she hears a new word she's quietly repeat it to herself over and over. Anyway, these are really all of the symptoms that she has... she doesn't really come out and use big words and what not. Does anyone have a child with Aspergers Syndrome? Does this sound like them?
2007-09-27 08:42:31 · update #1
Aspergers is a mild form of autism. From what you describe, the diagnosis appears to be accurate. It's difficult to initially diagnose since it's not as severe as full blown autism. There is a lot of information available on this from agencies that deal with autism and there are Aspergers support groups in many communities.
2007-09-27 08:50:22 · answer #1 · answered by Diane M 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like she may fall somewhere on the autism spectrum. However, the arm flapping and hands in front of her face could be a tic. Tics and tourettes can be a side effect of adderall and many other ADHD medications. Did she do those things before she started taking the medication?
2007-09-27 09:01:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hmm, consult a doctor or specialist, it seems a little weird that she would do that, Im sorry I cant really help im far 2 young to really help
2007-09-27 08:43:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋