Below you will find some tips for living with Asperger's syndrome. People living with this disorder are referred to as "Aspergerians" and are sometimes labeled as unsociable, stupid or maladjusted. The debate is open, but most experts believe that Asperger's syndrome is part of the autism spectrum disorders.
Steps
Step 1. Don't see Asperger's Syndrome as a disease
Consider the sufferer as an individual with their own personality. Each type of personality, in fact, has its positive and negative sides. People with Asperger's are generally very intelligent, but they need help socializing, managing anxiety, making choices, and being optimistic.
Step 2. Consult a psychologist, professional social worker, occupational therapist or psychiatrist to learn more about Asperger's syndrome
These professionals can develop a therapeutic program to help you in daily life.
Step 3. Use the therapy program to develop social skills
One of the things to put into practice is to learn to dialogue with people in different social situations.
Step 4. Learn when it is appropriate to touch and attempt an approach with people
Practice what you have learned and try to follow the recommendations outlined in the treatment plan.
Step 5. Find out which specific aspects of Asperger's Syndrome are bothering you the most and try to improve them
Step 6. Remember to talk to others, not to others
A good relationship in a face-to-face conversation is to listen about 60% of the time and talk 30%. Try not to speak for more than 5-10 minutes at a time, otherwise it's like doing a monologue. Let the other person, or people, set the pace for the conversation.
Step 7. Memorize people's behavior when they are in trouble
Ask friends what actions may have caused difficulties. Ask them how to avoid causing further inconvenience in the future.
Step 8. Maintain eye contact, but don't stare
The best way to make eye contact is to look at the other person's left eye for a few seconds and then move on to the right.
