Is Asperger's Syndrome bad

Answer 1

I would not describe it as bad. Asperger's Syndrome can make life more difficult for the people with it and the people who love them. But, there are also characteristics of Asperger's Syndrome that can be viewed positively, such as loyalty, a dedication to the truth, or a good memory for facts. Many people with Asperger's Syndrome and the people who know them well view Asperger's Syndrome as a different way of looking at the world. Some people with Asperger's Syndrome wish they could be cured, but many others view it as part of who they are and would not change it. (This does not mean that they do not want to learn skills to make dealing with life easier.) People with Asperger's Syndrome have difficulties in some areas, but can excel in others.

It is more difficult if it is not diagnosed because then the individual does not understand why he or she is different and having difficulties doing what other people find easy. When close friends and family know about the condition and how it affects the person, they can help with some of the difficulties.

For example, visiting a friend's house can be terrifying for the person with Asperger's Syndrome, because he does not know what to expect. So, if the friend can tell him about the house and what "rules" are followed in the house, that will make it less stressful to visit. "Rules" could include such things as how to address the friend's parents, whether shoes can be removed, what volume level is permitted, etc. Creating familiarity with the house could include who will be there and when, the location of important rooms such as the friend's bedroom and the bathroom, where the exits are, etc. As another example, before a doctor's visit, the parents can explain to the child what will happen and in what sequence. If there are two possibilities, explain both. Try to cover all the possibilities, because an unexpected occurrence can be traumatic.