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Aspergers and HFA Children and Their Reaction to Pain

As parents of kids with Aspergers and High-Functioning Autism (HFA), we are all familiar with the enigma of their unequal reaction to pain and injury. A stubbed toe or paper cut may set off a pain response (e.g., crying, screaming, and sobbing) such as is equaled by the loss of a limb, yet a burst ear drum or broken limb may go seemingly unnoticed.

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Creative Strategies for Promoting Independence in Teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Encouraging independence in teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an integral part of their growth, equipping them with essential lif...