Asperger Syndrome is classified as an autism sectrum disorders. It is charactorized by normal intelligence and speech development, but with deficiencies in communication and social interaction skills.
Fast Facts:
- Asperger Syndrome was first described in the 1940s by a Dr. Hans Asperger
- Asperger Syndrome has been said to be like having a little bit of Autism
- Children with Asperger Syndrome have age appropriate language skills whereas Autistic children do not
- It is suspected that there is a hereditary factor in Asperger Syndrome
- Asperger Syndrome is more common in boys than girls
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