Does anyone here know anything about Asberger's Syndrome....?

Question

I believe it's a mild form of Autism. Sufferers have problems with social situations, relationship hassles, bluntness or tactlessness in conversations, etc...anyone with any info?

Answer 1

Asperger syndrome (also referred to as Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's disorder, Aspergers, or AS) is one of five neurobiological pervasive developmental disorders (PDD), and is characterized by deficiencies in social and communication skills, normal to above normal intelligence, and standard language development. Like other autistic spectrum disorders, Asperger's includes repetitive behavior patterns and impairment in social interaction. However, Asperger's differs from 'classic' autism in that non-social aspects of intellectual development generally proceed at a normal or accelerated rate.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asperger_syndrome

Asperger Syndrome or (Asperger's Disorder) is a neurobiological disorder named for a Viennese physician, Hans Asperger, who in 1944 published a paper which described a pattern of behaviors in several young boys who had normal intelligence and language development, but who also exhibited autistic-like behaviors and marked deficiencies in social and communication skills. In spite of the publication of his paper in the 1940's, it wasn't until 1994 that Asperger Syndrome was added to the DSM IV and only in the past few years has AS been recognized by professionals and parents.

http://www.udel.edu/bkirby/asperger/aswhatisit.html

Answer 2

It is on the autism spectrum. All of your assumptions are right. They have normal intelligence in most areas, and usually excel in one area. They do have a tendency to have a problem with social settings, and take phrases very literally. You can find out more about it in any abnormal psych. book, and I am sure there are books specifically about it.

Answer 3

My mum works with any autistic person, i believe they are seen somewhat useless to some people but thats not true.Some people with Aspergus or Anyform of autisim can actually be very clever with IQ's over what the brainiest person you know could have, some fail to communicate with people because of writing,speech or understanding disabilities.Some often shout "b**ch, b***rd,beast when they see the devil mum calls it "seeing red" its when they get really angry some even turn on the spot,stamp their feet or take it out on others, i bet its a hard job.

Answer 4

It's Aspergers Syndrome and it has different levels. Someone might be slightly affected, or badly affected. generally it is an inability to have normal human relationships.