Asperger syndrome is often considered a high functioning form of autism. People with this syndrome have difficulty interacting socially, repeat behaviors, and often are clumsy. Motor milestones may be delayed.
Pervasive developmental disorder - Asperger syndrome; Autistic spectrum disorder - Asperger
Hans Asperger labeled this disorder "autistic psychopathy" in 1944. The exact cause is unknown. More than likely, an abnormality in the...
Read moreOne of the most confusing aspects of Asperger’s syndrome (AS) is the strict adherence to rules but, at the same time, having a disrespect... Read more »
Last year I wrote about the proposed changes to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual which would exclude the diagnoses of both... Read more »
Some teens with Asperger's syndrome (AS) have problems with anger. For those with AS, a number of factors can contribute to anger... Read more »
I previously wrote a post, “Should Your Teen with Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome (AS) Get a Summer Job?” If you have decided the... Read more »
A few weeks ago, I was speaking with the mother of a teen with Asperger's syndrome (AS). We talked about the sometimes difficulty of... Read more »
Brand Name: Adderall and Adderall XR Generic Name: amphetamine, dextroamphetamine Usage: Adderall and Adderall XR have been approved by the... Read more »
One reader of The Morning Call wants to help her nephews deal with their ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome diagnoses, but she is confused about the... Read more »
A mother of two sons with Asperger's Syndrome has organized conferences, published a paper, and started a support group to help other parents and... Read more »