Research summaries for autism therapy: Asperger Syndrome

definition of Asperger Syndrome: Neurobiological pervasive developmental disorder that is characterized by deficiencies in social and communication skills. Individuals with Asperger (or Asperger's) syndrome often have average or above average intelligence and typical language development. Asperger syndrome can be difficult to diagnose.
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Lack of Efficacy of Citalopram in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and High Levels of Repetitive Behavior, Summarized Aug 31, 2009

Citalopram (Cilexa®) therapy may not be helpful for improving behaviors or skills in children with autism.... The children had autism, Asperger syndrome, or pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). All of the children had moderate to severe compulsive or repetitive behaviors.... Read more...

Omega-3/Omega-6 Fatty Acids for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial in Children and Adolescents, Summarized Jul 13, 2009

Omega-3/omega-6 fatty acid supplements may help children with autism and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).... Some of the children had other symptoms in addition to ADHD, including Asperger's and autism-like symptoms. The authors described the autism-like symptoms as deficits in motor control and perception. Children received a daily dose of 732 mg omega-3 fatty acids, 60 mg omega-6 fatty acids, and 10.8 mg vitamin E.... Read more...

Paliperidone in an Adult Patient with Asperger Syndrome: Case Report, Summarized Jul 9, 2009

Treatment with paliperidone helped an adult with Asperger Syndrome who had severe behavioral problems and autism symptoms.

The case report said 25-year-old man had severe anxiety, delusions (not in touch with reality), irritability, and other problems. He also had poor communication and social skills. He was admitted to a hospital because of his severe symptoms, and was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. He received 6 mg daily of paliperidone, which is related to risperidone. The drug therapy reduced his symptoms. He also had better social skills. After 4 months of treatment, he improved so much that he moved out of his parent's house to live in an apartment of his own. He had few side effects from the paliperidone treatment. Read more...

Errorless Compliance Training: Success-Focused Behavioral Treatment of Children with Asperger Syndrome, Summarized Jun 30, 2009

Success-focused therapy may help children with Asperger syndrome who have not done well with other behavioral therapies.

Three children (4-10 years old) who were diagnosed with Asperger's had been fighting their therapist during behavioral therapy sessions. Therapists tried errorless compliance training. With this training, the therapists ask for simpler things that the child could definitely do successfully. They are highly praised for their success. Then the therapist gradually makes the request slightly more difficult, with a high chance of success for the child. The idea is to give many opportunities for praising the child. All three children improved and were more cooperative with their therapists. The children were also more agreeable with their parents in general. Read more...

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Synonyms for Asperger Syndrome include: Asperger, Asperger's, Asperger's Syndrome, aspergers, Asperger’s, Asperger’s Disorder, Asperger’s Syndrome
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