Asperger's syndrome refers to a high-functioning form of autism spectrum disorder, a developmental disorder defined by impairments in social interaction and communication, challenges with sensory ...

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Social challenges and unusual behaviors or interests categorize all three conditions. These problems range from mild to severe, as no two people on the autism spectrum are alike. However, Asperger’s ...

Asperger's syndrome refers to a high-functioning form of autism. Although it was once classified as its own condition, Asperger’s is no longer an official diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical ...