Key Facts About Asperger Syndrome Every Parent Should Know

Asperger’s And Puberty

Puberty is difficult for most people, but it can be harder for children with Asperger's, who already feel very different from their peers. It may require learning a new set of social cues as teenagers learn to navigate their changing bodies and, sometimes, new identities. There are also many physical and emotional changes that take place during puberty, which may be particularly challenging for children with Asperger's. To alleviate the anxiety children with Asperger's may experience during puberty, it can be helpful to explain what puberty is and what they can expect during it. Helping them prepare for changes while they receive formal therapy to learn new social cues can allow children with Asperger's to cope with the challenges of puberty.