Autism
Social Skills for High-Functioning Autism in Young Adults
Communication is essential for navigating daily life, achieving success, and thriving in various environments. However, many young adults with Asperger’s Syndrome — a developmental disorder now classified under the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) umbrella as a form of high-functioning autism — often struggle with interpersonal communication and social interactions. At Momentum, teaching social skills to…
Read MorePathological Demand Avoidance and Autism Spectrum Disorder: Exploring Diagnoses and Treatment
Understanding the complexities of neurodevelopmental disorders is crucial to providing effective clinical interventions. This blog post will delve into the distinctive traits of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)1 and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) while addressing the connection between PDA and the now outdated term, Asperger’s Syndrome. Furthermore, we will explore the challenges associated with treating Pathological…
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