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Asperger's Syndrome Symptoms and Diagnosis |
Asperger Syndrome; Asperger//'s syndrome; Asperger///'s syndrome |
Asperger syndrome — also referred to as Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's, or just AS — is one of five neurobiological pervasive developmental disorders (PDD), and is characterized by deficiencies in social and communication skills, and normal to above normal intelligence,[1][2] and standard language development. The diagnosis of AS is complicated by the lack of a standard diagnostic screen, and the use of several different screening instruments and sets of diagnostic criteria. The exact ...
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Signs and symptoms
... Once children are diagnosed with Asperger''s syndrome, parents sometimes look back and identify signs of the disorder as early as 30 months of age. But, without the benefit of hindsight, it''s often t...
Source: MayoClinic
Causes ... Doctors and researchers don''t understand what causes Asperger''s syndrome or the other autistic spectrum disorders. There seems to be a strong genetic component, especially in Asperger''s syndrome. T...
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When to seek medical advice ... All kids have their quirks, and many toddlers show a sign or symptom of Asperger''s syndrome at some point. It''s natural for small children to be egocentric, and many little ones show a strong intere...
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Screening and diagnosis ... Because Asperger''s syndrome varies widely in severity and signs, making a diagnosis may be difficult. If your child shows some signs of Asperger''s syndrome, your doctor may suggest a comprehensive a...
Source: MayoClinic
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Resources
- Adults with Asperger Syndrome (Autism Society of America)
- Asperger Syndrome (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke)
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