Other Learning DifferencesAspergers SyndromeAspergers Syndrome is a complex brain disorder that falls within the Autism spectrum. Although individuals usually have normal intelligence, they have extremely poor social and communication skills. Aspire (The Asperger Syndrome Association of Ireland) has developed support, education and training services for parents of and children with Aspergers Syndrome. Aspire - The Asperger Syndrome Association of Ireland Hyperactive/Attention Deficit DisorderADD/HADD is a neurobiological disability. It is characterised by inappropriate degrees of inattention, impulsivity and sometimes hyperactivity. The Irish association (HADD Family Support Group)provides a range of services for sufferers and their families, including workshops, resources, promoting adequate diagnostic services, encouraging research, etc. An information booklet is available. HADD Family Support Group Recommended Book: "Straight Talk About AD/HD - A Guide to Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder for Irish Parents and Professionals" by William K. Wilkinson. Collins Press, 2003. This is a new book by Dr. William Wilkinson on AD/HD. Priced at €15.00 this is the first book on AD/HD written for the Irish market. This is a very readable, clear and as the title says, straight talking book. We warmly recommend it to parents and teachers. DyspraxiaSome children despite adequate teaching, a stimulating environment and generally normal intellect, have difficulty with movement and specific aspects of learning. Dyspraxia is a difficulty with thinking out, planning and carrying out sensory/motor tasks. Problems can include: poor fine and gross motor co-ordination; difficulties with vision; motor planning and perceptual difficulties; tactile dysfunction; poor awareness of body position in space; difficulty with reading, writing and speech; poor social skills; and emotional and behavioural problems. Dyspraxia Association Gifted ChildrenGifted children are those who learn at a faster pace than their peers. They are often early to talk, early to read and are very curious with a great thirst for knowledge. The Irish Association for Gifted Children (IAGC) provides support for gifted children and their families, liaises with the Dept. of Education and Science, other Government agencies and relevant organisations to promote the needs of gifted children. For further information send an A4 size SAE to the following address: Irish Association for Gifted Children The Irish Centre for Talented Youth, c/o DCU, Dublin 9.
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