"Parents' behavior provides children with a model for their own behavior, and children's perception that a parent is anti-social may be a key component in choosing and validating their own behaviors, giving children permission to engage in this type of behavior."The study also found that the development of this behavior began well before the child reached the 9th grade, and often continued on throughout high school. Read more at PsychCentral.com.
Could your child's anti-social behavior be Asperger's Syndrome? Children diagnosed with Aspergers or AS can be overly logical, clumsy and uncoordinated, tend to speak too loudly or in whispers, or may have trouble with sensory integration. The most difficult trait for kids with Asperger's is their inability to pick up other people's social cues and to respond appropriately. Learn more about Asperger's Syndrome, including diagnosing symptoms, the benefits, and the differences between AS and autism, at www.yourlittleprofessor.com.
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Posted By: Aspen Education Group