Asperger syndrome
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| Hans Asperger described his young patients as "little professors" | |
| ICD-10 | F84.5 |
| ICD-9 | 299.8 |
| OMIM | 608638 |
| DiseasesDB | 31268 |
| MedlinePlus | 001549 |
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate-Editor-In-Chief: Christeen Henen, M.D.
Synonyms and keywords: Asperger's syndrome; Asperger's disorder; Asperger's; AS
Overview
is a developmental disorder characterized by significant difficulties in social interaction and nonverbal communication, along with restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests. As a milder autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it differs from other ASDs by relatively normal language and intelligence. Although not required for diagnosis, physical clumsiness and unusual use of language are common. Signs usually begin before two years old and typically last for a person's entire life.
According to the Diagnostic And Statistical Manual Of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) released by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) in 2013, Asperger Syndrome (AS) is in the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) category. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a category of neurodevelopmental disorders in DSM-5 with problems in social communication/interaction, restricted and repetitive behaviors/interests.[1]
Historical Perspective
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Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Asperger Syndrome from other Disorders
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Behavioral Therapy | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies
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- ↑ Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders : DSM-5. Washington, D.C: American Psychiatric Association. 2013. ISBN 0890425558.