Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ817487
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Jun
Pages: 6
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ISSN: ISSN-1096-2409
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Getting to Know the Child with Asperger Syndrome
Gibbons, Melinda M.; Goins, Shelley
Professional School Counseling, v11 n5 p347-352 Jun 2008
Asperger syndrome (AS) is a disorder characterized by social skill deficits and display of repetitive behaviors. This article explores the diagnostic components of AS and describes the major school-related issues for children who have the disorder. Specific interventions that school counselors can implement to help increase these students' academic and social success are discussed.
Descriptors: Intervention, Asperger Syndrome, School Counselors, Interpersonal Competence, Individual Characteristics, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Student Needs, Special Needs Students, Social Development, Academic Achievement, Clinical Diagnosis, Student Behavior, Social Networks, Transitional Programs, Counselor Role
American School Counselor Association. 1101 King Street Suite 625, Alexandria, VA 22314. Tel: 703-683-2722; Fax: 703-683-1619; Web site: http://www.schoolcounselor.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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