by Katherine on May 14, 2012
Now that graduation is right around the corner, many parents worry about their child’s future. Will Asperger’s affect their child’s ability to find and hold a job? The answer to this is both yes and no.
People with Asperger’s may have difficulty in jobs which require a lot of social interaction but they can often find success in jobs that require focus, high concentration and solitude. An example of this would be the world of academe.
In fact, many people with Asperger’s do excel in their pursuit of higher education. The long hours of study and the many days of alone time will seem like the perfect environment for your child. In addition, the demands of a good Ph.D. program will fit well with your child’s ability to absorb and retain specialized information. This is specially true for topics that are of great interest to him.
In fact, studies have shown that very often, a child diagnosed with Asperger’s will retain their interest throughout the course of their lifetime. Therefore, it is a good idea to think about what your child loves to do and encourage him to choose a field of study that would allow him to learn more about his particular field of interest. For example, if your child likes to collect rocks, you can encourage him to take up geology. If your child is interested in model trains, he can choose to study either engineering or industrial history.
You can get a good idea of what your child’s future career will be like by taking note of what he is interested in and likes to do when he was a child.
If your child is interested in developing a career in the academe, it is a good idea to ask a professor if your child can shadow him for a couple of days to give your child a feel of what a typical day looks like for a person working in the academe. It is important that he is fully aware of the other responsibilities required of him. He needs to know that he will be expected to create and make presentations to audiences, teach students and attend conferences. He needs to know what to expect so he will not be caught off-guard later on.
by Katherine on May 1, 2012
Below is a list of some of the Autism Events happening this May -
Thursday, May 3 at 12pm ET
Tuesday, May 15 at 12pm ET
Introductory iLs Webinar for Parents
Online – Free
This 60-minute webinar is intended to introduce iLs methodology & equipment to parents. Topics covered include: how iLs works, who iLs can benefit, review of supporting research, introduction to the equipment, program structure & costs. For more information, please visit the iLs website.
Daily
Skills Live
9am to 12pm Pacific Time
Online – Free
Skills Live is a live webcast which provides you with recent news regarding autism. It also provides you with answers on common autism issues. If you have a question that you need some answers to, you can call Skills Live at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders at (408) 475-4557. Skills Live is hosted by Shannon Penrod.
Until May 13
The Greenspan Floortime Approach – Online Courses for Professionals and Parents
12-hour course
Online – $175
Dr. Stanley Greenspan has recorded several video lectures to help you understand the Greenspan Floortime Approach. It provides you with some insights and tips in working with children diagnosed with Austism Spectrum Disorders as well as other disorders relating to communication. If you would like to know more about this program, you can call (301) 320-6360 or visit their website.
Until September
Appreciating the Complex Set of Conditions Involved in the Autism Spectrum
On Demand
Online – Free
For more details regarding this program, you can visit their website (Psychiatry Care Live) or send them an email with your questions. You can also give them a call at (617) 938-6000.
To find other autism events that are happening near you, please click on the link below -
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