Asperger’s Syndrome

A developmental disorder affecting ability to effectively socialize and communicate.
Asperger syndrome is a condition on the autism spectrum, with generally higher functioning.

People with this condition may be socially awkward and have an all-absorbing interest in specific topics.

Communication training and behavioral therapy can help people with the syndrome learn to socialize more successfully.

 

Cluster Number:
Wiki Number: W015
Diagnosis: Asperger’s Syndrome
US Patients:
World Patients: 37Mil;½of1%
Sex Ratio: B+;G
Age Onset: Age1-2
Brain Area: poor neural connections, lack of “mirror neurons” for others’ behaviors
Symptoms: poor social Interactions, restricted interests, rigid mobility
Progression: Lifetime, train for social interactions and fewer repeated activities
Causes: Heredity
Medications: At present, only co-morbid difficulties are medicated effectively.
Therapies: none currently, but the children are usually quite high-functioning

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