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• Tools Often Used to Identify Asperger's Syndrome
  Asperger's syndrome is diagnosed in children and adults through the use of assessment scales. Psychiatric and special education professionals can administer these assessments and evaluate the results to determine the presence or absence of Asperger's in an individual.
• Stories to Help Children with Asperger's Syndrome to Improve Social Awareness
  Asperger's syndrome is characterized by social awkwardness, repetitive behaviors & clumsiness. Social stories for Asperger's children are brief descriptions of certain social situations or behaviors that are very beneficial for children with this diagnosis. Read on to learn more about these stories.
• A Guide to Helping Students Develop Fine Motor Skills
  Fine motor skills involve hand use and are important in performing daily activities in school and at home. Young children and those with disabilities particularly need instruction and practice to develop these skills. Explore these articles for ideas to help students develop fine motor skills.
• Helping Asperger's Syndrome Students Adapt To Classroom Transitions
  Asperger's syndrome is a disorder that is part of the autism spectrum. Students who have this syndrome are prone to intense anxiety due to changes in routine, and this can create problems at school. Here are some ways to prepare an Asperger's child for upcoming classroom transitions.
• Autism and Communication Issues
  Though autism affects the communication skills of the autistic person, there are methods to adapt to this issue. This article explores some of the communication issues faced, as well as providing tips on how to overcome some of these issues.
• Teacher Tips for Successful Interventions for Autistic Students
  Students with autism need specific and directed teacher interventions in the classroom. When teachers provide a structured and safe learning environment for autistic students, the academic and behavioral outcomes are measurable. Interventions must be individualized for each student.
• A Social Guide for Students with Asperger’s Syndrome and Other Social Learning Issues
  Finally a social guide for students on the autism spectrum that is concrete, easy to read and fun. This guide spells out success for young adults with Asperger's Syndrome, non-verbal learning disabilities and other social learning issues.
• Online Traumatic Brain Injury Advocacy: Information is Power
  Help for families impacted by traumatic brain injuries is closer than ever thanks to online resources. Knowledge enhances access to a variety of supportive sources, some of which are legally bound.
• Traumatic Brain Injuries : Resourceful Education Websites
  Children with traumatic brain injuries require alternative approaches to teaching and learning. The more aware and informed people can be about the results of traumatic brain injuries, the better prepared they will be to be compassionate responders. Families dealing with TBI need not feel isolated