Interesting Read (contributed by Elinna)

Hi All,

Following are the links that have been posted by a fellow mummy, Elinna Razak (thanx Elinna!) on the Facebook group earlier. For some reason there seems be slow takers on the FB, so i thought i'll just paste the links here.

Aspergers Syndrome Foundation - Information Sheets - Children
The Asperger's Syndrome Foundation is committed to promoting awareness and understanding of Asperger's Syndrome
Source: http://www.aspergerfoundation.org.uk/

Temper Tantrums: Guidelines for Parents by Robert G. Harrington, PhD University of Kansas
Every teacher of young children and every new parent can expect to witness some temper tantrums in children from age 1–4 years. On average, temper tantrums are equally common in boys and girls, and more than half of young children will have one or more per week.
Read more here: http://www.nasponline.org/resources/behavior/tantrums_ho.aspx

Asperger's Syndrome Meltdowns: How to Cope by Mary M. Alward
Asperger's Syndrome is on the autism spectrum. It is a disorder where children experience overwhelming emotions which they can't control. They also can have poor motor skills and an aversion to texture and touch. ...
Read more here: http://www.googobits.com/articles/2314-aspergers-syndrome-meltdowns-how-to-cope.html

Happy reading!