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=Introduction to Aspergers Syndrome =

 Some startling but crucial facts for teachers:
 * Children with Aspergers Syndrome:
 * have average or above average intelligence
 * one special interest or they change to a new interest after a period of time
 * are some of the most generous and kind you will meet - It is a myth that children with Aspergers lack empathy
 * are often over emotional (Attwood, 2008) due to reactions to different stimuli (Bauer, n.d.)

71% of children with Aspergers Syndrome are more likely to be teased and bullied at school

1 in 3 children with Aspergers Syndrome will develop clinical depression as adults

(Attwood, 2008)