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Joan Scott  - Action Unlimited

As a parent of children with learning difficulties the way support is given is really important. Parents shouldn't feel judged but things should be explained in a way they can understand.  Social services and health profesionals should be trained to work with children with Asperger's syndrome and their parents.

Karen Shook - Disability equality adviser

Many families of children with learning difficulties endure a postcode lottery of services, voluntary or statutory.  The needs of children with Asperger's and their families are very individual and a person-centred approach should be paramount with an accessible range of flexible services.

Angie Lawrence - Single parent

The earlier the intervention the more promising the outcome.  Children with Asperger's will also gain from an integrated programme involving parents, school and specialist professionals.  Such children are better placed in mainstream school where peers can serve as role models.

Rebecca Cooper - York Action First

Parents of children and adults with Asperger's  syndrome do not get enough support.  In fact parents of adults probably get little or no support.  Parents need regular short breaks and opportunities to have a night out.  They need to be helped to live an "ordinary life".  Parents also need regular support to help them deal with different behaviours.