http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers Aspergers Syndrome-Aspergers-Aspergers Disease-Aspergers Disorder-Autism Aspergers-ASD-Asperger Syndrome-Asperger-Asbergers-Asbergers Syndrome-Asberger Syndrome-Asberger-Autistic-Autistic Children-Autism Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:46:42 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc hourly 1 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3652 cathy whittington Thu, 29 May 2008 12:17:28 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3652 Jessica and Caroline- Have you tried gloves while eatting? Have you tried those rubber tips for the ends of the fingers they don't want to get dirty? Maybe some therapy with textile touch and/or lotions would make them less sensitive gradually? Jessica and Caroline- Have you tried gloves while eatting? Have you tried those rubber tips for the ends of the fingers they don’t want to get dirty? Maybe some therapy with textile touch and/or lotions would make them less sensitive gradually?

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3651 Robyn Thu, 29 May 2008 01:27:32 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3651 I can totally relate to Marikay's son who has trouble with tying knots and shoe laces. My 8 year old Aspie son "battles" older teenagers and wins on Guitar Hero, as well. I very much agree that gaming helps Aspie children have some sort of relate-ability in conversations with their peers. My son also loves Starwars and has started putting the complexly small Lego ships together all by himself. He sets a side some time each night to work on them since he thrives on his own master schedule, as well. It has helped his fine motor skills out tremendously! I can totally relate to Marikay’s son who has trouble with tying knots and shoe laces. My 8 year old Aspie son “battles” older teenagers and wins on Guitar Hero, as well. I very much agree that gaming helps Aspie children have some sort of relate-ability in conversations with their peers. My son also loves Starwars and has started putting the complexly small Lego ships together all by himself. He sets a side some time each night to work on them since he thrives on his own master schedule, as well. It has helped his fine motor skills out tremendously!

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3650 Margaret Wed, 28 May 2008 22:02:39 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3650 Bless all you Aspie parents. You're lucky that Asperger's has come in to common knowledge and you have resources like this and community with one another. My son was diagnosed last year at age 26. I'm relieved to know why he has always longed for and not had friends, is so intelligent, gets on so well with adults, goes on so at length when talking, had an unusually high-pitched voice when a very young child, is SO wonderfully creative artistically and intellectually and spiritually. He's graduated from art college now and fit in there better than he had anywhere prior. He's fallen in - and out? - of love, is a good son, has hope and goals and success. Be sure your child's teachers know about your child's special needs. Did you see the kindergartner on the news today whose teacher had him "voted out" of his class by his classmates for his, probably autistic, behavior? Bless all you Aspie parents. You’re lucky that Asperger’s has come in to common knowledge and you have resources like this and community with one another. My son was diagnosed last year at age 26. I’m relieved to know why he has always longed for and not had friends, is so intelligent, gets on so well with adults, goes on so at length when talking, had an unusually high-pitched voice when a very young child, is SO wonderfully creative artistically and intellectually and spiritually. He’s graduated from art college now and fit in there better than he had anywhere prior. He’s fallen in – and out? – of love, is a good son, has hope and goals and success. Be sure your child’s teachers know about your child’s special needs. Did you see the kindergartner on the news today whose teacher had him “voted out” of his class by his classmates for his, probably autistic, behavior?

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3649 md Wed, 28 May 2008 21:59:46 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3649 I forgot to mention that my 12 year old aspie son holds his fork in his fist; he can't seem to grasp it the correct way--it looks very awkward when he does but I have him practice. He cannot hold his pencil the correct way either. He now uses an Alphasmart and what a difference. We would have to write all of his homework for him but now we don't need to. I forgot to mention that my 12 year old aspie son holds his fork in his fist; he can’t seem to grasp it the correct way–it looks very awkward when he does but I have him practice. He cannot hold his pencil the correct way either. He now uses an Alphasmart and what a difference. We would have to write all of his homework for him but now we don’t need to.

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3648 Lise Wed, 28 May 2008 20:20:46 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3648 For Carolin and Jessica - review your flatware. Your kids may benefit from flatware with large (thick) shafts that support a larger fork or spoon. The larger shaft allows their hands to more firmly grip the eating utensils. You may have to test out some flatware at the stores (try plastic utensils, too). Also, be sure to cut up their food and have them slow down when eating. For Carolin and Jessica – review your flatware. Your kids may benefit from flatware with large (thick) shafts that support a larger fork or spoon. The larger shaft allows their hands to more firmly grip the eating utensils. You may have to test out some flatware at the stores (try plastic utensils, too). Also, be sure to cut up their food and have them slow down when eating.

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3646 Marikay Griffin Wed, 28 May 2008 16:37:38 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3646 17 yr old son Aspie was diagnosed when about 6 yrs old itih Aspergers about 6 yrs old. Has trouble tying knots/shoes, but can perform intricate gaming moves and shines on Guitar Hero video game. Although random/social conversation is not what he enjoys or excels at, he can talk with the best of the gamers, or go on about the details of movies, esp. CGI animation. He used learning CDs to prepare for each school year and has usually been an honor's student. He built a "master schedule" in his head and his days are filled. Like any other signficant mind, I usually need to schedule routine events almost like appointments to do "with" him. I have heard criticisms that electronic pasttimes have a negative impact on development and are replacing physical contact events and talkative encounters. My son loves math workbooks, not baseball. As an aspie, talkative events are uncomfortable, confusing, and not positive. He loves his family and is a good-hearted person inside the wonderful enigma he is, and when he achieves in cooler, more predictable technology, he suddenly has glory stories to share with live people for the arenas he has conquered in. Although technology or any other non-love directed pasttime can be a hindrance to better developing people, for Aspies (the Geek Syndrome) it is the proving ground to excel in and have something to say when saying something has always been difficult. Aspies are like unique growing empires - don't expect to automatically figure out what they might like based on what they just seemed to like; only they know that! 17 yr old son Aspie was diagnosed when about 6 yrs old itih Aspergers about 6 yrs old. Has trouble tying knots/shoes, but can perform intricate gaming moves and shines on Guitar Hero video game. Although random/social conversation is not what he enjoys or excels at, he can talk with the best of the gamers, or go on about the details of movies, esp. CGI animation. He used learning CDs to prepare for each school year and has usually been an honor’s student. He built a “master schedule” in his head and his days are filled. Like any other signficant mind, I usually need to schedule routine events almost like appointments to do “with” him. I have heard criticisms that electronic pasttimes have a negative impact on development and are replacing physical contact events and talkative encounters. My son loves math workbooks, not baseball. As an aspie, talkative events are uncomfortable, confusing, and not positive. He loves his family and is a good-hearted person inside the wonderful enigma he is, and when he achieves in cooler, more predictable technology, he suddenly has glory stories to share with live people for the arenas he has conquered in. Although technology or any other non-love directed pasttime can be a hindrance to better developing people, for Aspies (the Geek Syndrome) it is the proving ground to excel in and have something to say when saying something has always been difficult. Aspies are like unique growing empires – don’t expect to automatically figure out what they might like based on what they just seemed to like; only they know that!

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3644 melanie Wed, 28 May 2008 16:06:37 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3644 my daughter 11years old was recently diagnosed with aspergers. she has always moved both hands at the same time in the same movement. for example eating soup with her right hand, she is moving her left hand the same exact way. I have asked many drs and specialist but no answer. does any one know what this might be? Is it related to aspergers? my daughter 11years old was recently diagnosed with aspergers. she has always moved both hands at the same time in the same movement. for example eating soup with her right hand, she is moving her left hand the same exact way. I have asked many drs and specialist but no answer. does any one know what this might be? Is it related to aspergers?

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3640 Kimberly Wed, 28 May 2008 14:26:57 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3640 My 10 year old with Asperger's has fine motor skill problems also. Doctor suggested piano to help. He has won several awards playing against mainly high school students, but still cannot eat with a fork, or tie his shoe. So the piano is a great joy for him, but it did not help his fine motor skills. My 10 year old with Asperger’s has fine motor skill problems also. Doctor suggested piano to help. He has won several awards playing against mainly high school students, but still cannot eat with a fork, or tie his shoe. So the piano is a great joy for him, but it did not help his fine motor skills.

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3639 md Wed, 28 May 2008 14:18:08 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3639 My son (12) was diagnosed with Asp. 2 yrs ago. He has a mild form--only some traits: he likes computer mostly for looking at maps (loves maps)and dogs, has OCD (handwriting), still can have meltdowns when things aren't going his way, can be very oppositional (almost always a power struggle), difficulty w/ making eye contact, had some sensory integration but not so much anymore. Has a couple of "friends" but wishes he had more. He was in a social group for kids w/ asp/aut spec. but noticed how different they were (there were a few extremes) and he doesn't want to be identified w/ that. He wants to be "cool" and dresses in hip-hop w/ the baggy pants. Dave, thanks for all of the great information--it really helps to read others' comments as well. My son (12) was diagnosed with Asp. 2 yrs ago. He has a mild form–only some traits: he likes computer mostly for looking at maps (loves maps)and dogs, has OCD (handwriting), still can have meltdowns when things aren’t going his way, can be very oppositional (almost always a power struggle), difficulty w/ making eye contact, had some sensory integration but not so much anymore. Has a couple of “friends” but wishes he had more. He was in a social group for kids w/ asp/aut spec. but noticed how different they were (there were a few extremes) and he doesn’t want to be identified w/ that. He wants to be “cool” and dresses in hip-hop w/ the baggy pants. Dave, thanks for all of the great information–it really helps to read others’ comments as well.

]]> http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/comment-page-1#comment-3638 valerie pockett Wed, 28 May 2008 13:58:47 +0000 http://parentingaspergers.com/blog/2008/05/27/21st-century-technology-that-can-help-children-with-aspergers/#comment-3638 my son is awaiting diagnosis,it is thought he has aspergers,adhd & tourettes,although a very clever child & loving with it,he has terrible tantrums,finds it hard to dress,get on with other children,they all think of him as odd,he has had tests done where they cannot measure his IQ as the results were inconsistent,i dont know of anyone else whose chils has these problems,the school are not of much help as i have had remarks such as hes lazy,shy,underconfident,attention seeking,it took me to get a referral from the doctor when he got worse as time went on,at the moment i do feel very alone in the problems i have with my son,reading things like i have just read make me feel better knowing there are people who are going through the same thing my son is awaiting diagnosis,it is thought he has aspergers,adhd & tourettes,although a very clever child & loving with it,he has terrible tantrums,finds it hard to dress,get on with other children,they all think of him as odd,he has had tests done where they cannot measure his IQ as the results were inconsistent,i dont know of anyone else whose chils has these problems,the school are not of much help as i have had remarks such as hes lazy,shy,underconfident,attention seeking,it took me to get a referral from the doctor when he got worse as time went on,at the moment i do feel very alone in the problems i have with my son,reading things like i have just read make me feel better knowing there are people who are going through the same thing

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