Pervasive developmental disorder - Asperger syndrome; Autistic spectrum disorder - Asperger
People with Asperger syndrome become over-focused or obsessed on a single object or topic, ignoring all others. They want to know everything about this topic, and often talk about little else.
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Although the reasons are not well understood, teenagers and adults with Asperger's syndrome (AS) seem to be more vulnerable to depression.... Read more »
The main symptoms of Asperger’s syndrome (AS) revolve around social situations. Children and adults with AS often have problems: Not... 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 »
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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