Asperger’s: What is an Aspie and How Can Neurofeedback Help?

A child or adult with Asperger’s is often referred to as an Aspie, even within their own circle. Asperger’s, also called Asperger’s Syndrome or Disorder, is one of five disorders under the umbrella of Pervasive Developmental Disorder, or PDD, and it is on Autism Spectrum, but is different from Autism in various ways. A child with Asperger’s is usually fairly high functioning, often with pointedly high intelligence and fairly normal language development.

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An Aspie, however, frequently has problems with social settings and may seem awkward or inappropriate in their social interactions with others. He may have difficulty initiating conversations or knowing “when to quit;” he may either avoid making eye contact or stare in a manner that makes others uncomfortable, and he may have trouble picking up on nonverbal cues. Additionally, his physical movements may be clumsy or awkward.

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 An Aspie may exhibit seemingly eccentric behaviors or rituals. She may become fixated on a topic or activity, seemingly to the point of obsession. Although she may be high on the intelligence spectrum, it may be difficult for an Aspie to function effectively in school and the professional world as she grows older. An adult or adolescent with Asperger’s may struggle with everyday activities such as self-organization, time management, dealing with conflict, or dealing with the sensory overload presented in an atmosphere such as a shopping mall.

How Can Neurofeedback Help With Asperger’s?

For an Aspie, neurofeedback can enhance intellectual ability, improve cognitive functions, and enhance skills necessary for dealing with language and social situations. Neurofeedback helps the Aspie’s brain learn to function within more normal parameters, helping the child or adult learn how to respond and to become more focused. In normalizing brain waves, this innovative, effective therapy can help an individual develop the interactive skills that are vital in performing well in school and on the job, as well as aid in developing positive interpersonal relationships.

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Will Neurofeedback Negatively Affect My Child, or Make Him Less….Him?

Not at all! The only brain waves addressed with neurofeedback are those that are functioning outside the norm or are atypical for healthy brain function. In an individual with Asperger’s Syndrome, neurofeedback enhances the intellectual ability he or she already has. With regard to interests, the Aspie becomes less fixated; interests become more of a choice than an obsession, and he or she gains control over the depth of the interest while learning to carry on more conventional conversations about these interests, rather than talking about one subject obsessively.

How Can Dallas Brain Changers Help?

Dallas Brain Changers takes an integrated approach through neurofeedback and Christian counseling to improve the health and wellness of the child and the family learning to live with Asperger’s. Research has consistently shown that an Aspie can have 40-70% improvement in overall functioning with neurofeedback and counseling. And … these improvements are permanent! We strive to promote a positive outcome that reduces or eliminates the need for medication, and we work with your child’s physicians to ensure our goals are aligned with theirs.

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