Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities articles from September 2002

Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities archives from September 2002

Introduction to the special issue on Asperger syndrome.
September 22, 2002... Asperger syndrome (AS) has received increasing attention over the years, in the popular media as well as in professional literature, since Wing's (1981) introduction to Hans Asperger's seminal work of 1944, and since inclusion of the disorder...

Asperger syndrome: an overview of characteristics.
September 22, 2002... Although the prevalence of Asperger syndrome (AS) is increasing, many children and youth who exhibit characteristics associated with this disability are not diagnosed until their later years. Because early intervention appears to be critical...

Asperger syndrome: associated psychiatric and medical conditions.
September 22, 2002... Asperger syndrome (AS) is a pervasive developmental disorder characterized by social dysfunction and idiosyncratic interests in the presence of normal intelligence. There is no history of language delay. Persons with AS are often described as...

The College Board and Disabilities Rights Advocates announce agreement to drop flagging from standardized tests. (Notices).(Brief Article)
September 22, 2002... The College Board and Disabilities Rights Advocates (DRA) announced that as of October 1, 2003, the College Board would discontinue the practice of identifying score reports on standardized tests taken by students who require extended...

Choice Magazine Listening. (Notices).(advertising)(Brief Article)
September 22, 2002... Choice Magazine Listening--a free, nationwide service that provides current, outstanding magazine writing on tape--celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. CML is offered at no cost to any U.S. resident who is unable to read standard print...

Asperger syndrome or autistic disorder? The diagnostic dilemma.
September 22, 2002... The diagnosis of Asperger syndrome (AS) has been plagued with controversy and confusion since it was introduced into the psychiatric nomenclature, in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV; American...

An update on neurocognitive profiles in Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism.
September 22, 2002... This article provides an overview of the similarities and distinctions between individuals with autism and those with Asperger syndrome (AS). First, we review the cognitive and neurocognitive profile underlying deficits characteristic of autism...

Asperger syndrome and the development of social competence.
September 22, 2002... The hallmark of Asperger syndrome is a failure to develop social competence despite relatively normal language and cognitive development. Extensive research in this area points to a deficit in a key area of social...

Asperger syndrome and sensory processing: a conceptual model and guidance for intervention planning.
September 22, 2002... The purpose of this article is to discuss sensory processing concepts and their application to the needs of children who have Asperger syndrome (AS). First we will outline the basic characteristics of the sensory systems, then discuss a model...

Is Asperger syndrome necessarily viewed as a disability?
September 22, 2002... This article considers whether Asperger syndrome (AS) should necessarily be viewed as a disability or, from a different perspective, as a difference. The author concludes that the term difference in relation to AS is a more neutral, value-free,...