title: [Neuropsychiatric coaching of an adult with Asperger syndrome].
abstract: Asperger syndrome is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition. The major features of the syndrome include problems in social interaction and communication, narrow interests and stereotyped behaviour. Cognitive abilities are usually within normal. The syndrome potentially leads to a diminished level of life management in adulthood. Neuropsychiatric coaching is a solution-focused and practically oriented process of interventions for clients with neurodevelopmental problems. The methods include forms of evaluation and self reflection, structuring, guidance and visualization aids. Coaching does not exclude simultaneous therapeutic elements. The effectiveness has not yet been established by research, but the experiences reported have been encouraging. Neuropsychiatric coaching is recommended for adults with Asperger syndrome to rehabilitate life management skills.
authors: Keski-Satakunnan terveydenhuollon kuntayhtyma, Koulukatu 2, Harjavalta.
authors: Janne
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authors: Sihvonen
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D020817:Asperger Syndrome / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D003376:Counseling / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D011613:Psychotherapy / Q000379:methods*; D020377:Self Efficacy