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S98052

April 30th, 2012

My 23 yr old stepson was diagnosed as a kid with "personality deficit disorder". I am untrained, but suspect Aspergers. He has just moved back in with us, after legal issues, drinking, etc. He was apparently not counseled much on why is different than peers. I have heard that "talk therapy" doesn't work for this kind of personality. What type of professional should we seek to help him with life skills and self-exploration? PS...He is very intelligent young man and willing to get help.

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replied May 3rd, 2012

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The forms of talk therapy most often effective in treating anxiety disorders are behavioral therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

You can take him to a counselor or therapist trained in cognitive/behavioral techniques.

Relaxation response-based yoga improves functioning in young children with autism. Make him practice this.

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ritap

replied December 26th, 2012

I have a 13 year old son diagnosed with aspergers. He refuses to talk with his therapist, is introverted and counselling him is very difficult. Absence from school is a regular happening resulting in massive attendance issues. In India help for those with Aspergers is difficult to find. Can anyone help? I would be grateful.

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