Asperger's versus Gifted

[mareserinitatis]

I came across an excellent article on the SENG website. I wonder if I should print it out and bring it to the school meeting.

Relevant excerpts:

All of the above characteristics are also commonly seen in gifted children and can easily be mistaken as Asperger's Disorder by someone not familiar with the asynchronous development and special needs

Comments

[crayonbreakygal]

I've never met your kid and I can tell he doesn't have Aspergers. I hate it when educators want to fit all kids into a round hole. Gah. I am so glad my oldest had a few teachers who figured him out early on in his education. Mind you, it hasn't always been simple, but at least I have a track record now. I can explain exactly what he is and I have the records to back it up.