To guide provision of optimal clinical care and therapeutic intervention, routine assessment of ASD is recommended in youth presenting for gender dysphoria. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Developmental Disorder

  This group of conditions is among the most common developmental disorders, affecting 1 in every 200 or so individuals. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  A social adjustment enhancement intervention for high functioning autism, Asperger’s syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder NOS. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 34 (6), 649–668. [dx.doi.org]

• Disability

  Google Scholar | Crossref | ISI Mcmullen, P. ( 2000 ) ` The Gifted Side of Autism ', Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities 15: 239 — 42. [dx.doi.org]

  Although not generally associated with intellectual disability, the severe social disability and, in many cases, associated mental health and other medical problems, result in disability throughout life. [ssoar.info]

  Learning Disabilities Printables Characteristics Checklist for Asperger's Syndrome: Social Interactions Print out and use this checklist to help in an initial diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome in your child. [life.familyeducation.com]

• Weakness

  It examines humor expression and understanding in autism and Asperger syndrome in the context of the main psychological theories (Theory of Mind, Executive Functions, Weak Central Coherence and Laterization models) and associated neural substrates. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Third, weak coherence may occur alongside, rather than explain, deficits in social cognition. A review of over 50 empirical studies of coherence suggests robust findings of local bias in ASD, with mixed findings regarding weak global processing. [dx.doi.org]

• Pain

  In contrast, hyposensitivity was frequent in reaction to internal and body stimuli such as interoception, proprioception, and pain. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  I hope by reading this book that it might save just one of you lonely Neuro Typical (normal) partners from the painful situation I found myself in. For more information or to order... FAAAS, Inc. P.O. [faaas.org]

  Sensory sensitivity People with Asperger syndrome may also experience over- or under-sensitivity to sounds, touch, tastes, smells, light, colours, temperatures or pain. [autism.org.uk]

  Solitude becomes painful, even intolerable. I love my solitude and miss it horribly, but sometimes I just can’t have it–not for a moment. When I am depressed, the very aloneness that usually sustains me threatens to destroy me. [web.archive.org]

• Falling

  This disorder, which falls clinically along the autism spectrum, is receiving increasing attention because of its inclusion in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) as one of the pervasive developmental disorders. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  It explains the newest GMW episode storyline will involve Asperger's Syndrome, which falls on the autism spectrum. Farkle Minkus ( Corey Fogelmanis ), one of the show's most-lovable characters, wonders if he has Asperger's. [mtv.com]

  “Passion, falling in love and standing up for justice are all perfectly compatible with Asperger syndrome,” he says. “What most people with AS find difficult is casual chatting – they can’t do small-talk.” [newscientist.com]

  There are several modern alternatives to talk therapy, but I find they all fall short of satisfying my particular Asperger needs. [web.archive.org]

  Many of the Asperger children fall into one of the emotion types. Their emotions control their behaviors. If ... [life.familyeducation.com]

• Delayed Speech Development

  Asperger syndrome (AS) thus refers to a particular group of high-functioning children who did not have delayed speech development, and need not have had developmental difficulties before 3 years (in contrast to the onset criterion for childhood autism [physio-pedia.com]

• Overeating

  RESULTS: There was a decline in the stability of AS diagnosis over time, the rate dropping from 82% at T1 to 44% at T2, when using the Gillberg criteria. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Repeats a word or phrase over and over again. Words may be very formal and loud. Behavior Clumsy. Does not like changes in every-day routines. Only interested in a few things. Example: Collecting rocks, or listening to music. [virtualpediatrichospital.org]

  Over the last few years, I've seen the term Asperger's syndrome used and understood better by the public. When I tell someone about my diagnosis, they (usually) have an idea of what it is. [theguardian.com]

• Nausea

  Appetite suppression, nausea, fatigue, mood swings, suicidal ideation, dizziness, and liver injury are among the potential adverse effects of atomoxetine. [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

• Failure to Thrive

  Keen, Childhood autism, feeding problems and failure to thrive in early infancy, European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 10.1007/s00787-007-0655-7, 17, 4, (209-216), (2007). [dx.doi.org]

• Muscle Rigidity

  Rates of movement disorder side effects such as tremor, muscle rigidity and involuntary movement were higher in children/adolescents taking aripiprazole in all trials. [doi.org]

• Visual Impairment

  Visual impairment; hearing impairment. Mental health [ 7 ] : Depression, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder are reported to be particularly common in younger adults with ASD. [patient.info]

  Case 4 In the following example of the syndrome, the diagnosis is complicated by a history of illness and psychological stress in early life, and by visual impairment. Miss F.G. is aged 26. [mugsy.org]

  Long, Michael Brown, Anne McMillan, Janice Bain and Thanos Karatzias, Autism and Visual Impairment: a Review of the Literature, Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 4, 2, (118), (2017). James E. A. [oadoi.org]

• Withdrawn

  They may appear socially withdrawn and unable to communicate. These children may have unusual behaviors and sometimes obsessive interests. [news-medical.net]

  ‘In autism children are withdrawn, whereas in Asperger's syndrome they desire social contact but cannot negotiate rules.’ ‘By now, I was convinced that Hayley had an undiagnosed, albeit mild, form of Asperger's syndrome.’ [en.oxforddictionaries.com]

  Things to look out for are: • Statements like ‘It would have been better if I had died’ • Making threats about committing suicide • If they become very withdrawn or depressed. [autism-help.org]

  Difficulty interacting socially Unlike people with "classic" autism, who often appear withdrawn and uninterested in the world around them, many people with Asperger's syndrome want and try to be sociable and have contact with the outside world. [lul.se]

  The person can become withdrawn. They may seem uninterested in other people and appear distant or aloof. Making and keeping friends may be challenging. [medicalnewstoday.com]

• Compulsive Behavior

  For instance, for anxiety, individuals with Asperger's syndrome/ASD, which may manifest as obsessive-compulsive behaviors, fear of situations, or anger outbursts, a doctor may prescribe a selective-serotonin reuptake-inhibitor (SSRI), like Prozac (fluoxetine [autism.about.com]

  Other behaviors that have been reported in people with Asperger's syndrome include obsessive-compulsive behaviors and difficulties with anger management. [medicinenet.com]

  Mol Psychiatry 2002; 7 : 278–288. 72 Sutcliffe JS, Delahanty RJ, Prasad HC et al : Allelic heterogeneity at the serotonin transporter locus ( SLC6A4 ) confers susceptibility to autism and rigid-compulsive behaviors. [doi.org]

  AS is associated with tics, Tourette syndrome, and bipolar disorder, and the repetitive behaviors of AS have many similarities with the symptoms of obsessive–compulsive disorder and obsessive–compulsive personality disorder. [en.wikipedia.org]

• Abnormal Behavior

  However, we studied adults and used parental reports of abnormal behavior and an analysis based on regions of interest. [dx.doi.org]

  Personality disorders differ from AS in that the abnormal behavior pattern of a PD generally appears in puberty or later, after initially well-adjusted social behavior in childhood. [doi.org]

• Addictive Behavior

  Heinz, The Dopamine System in Mediating Alcohol Effects in Humans, Behavioral Neurobiology of Alcohol Addiction, 10.1007/978-3-642-28720-6_130, (461-488), (2011). [oadoi.org]

• Antisocial Personality Disorder

  People with Aspergers syndrome symptoms may frequently be diagnosed with clinical depression, oppositional defiant disorder, antisocial personality disorder, Tourette syndrome, ADHD, general anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder [autism-help.org]

• Average Intelligence

  Asperger syndrome, a heritable condition entailing empathy deficits together with unusually narrow interests in individuals of normal or even above-average intelligence, was recognized only recently. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Asperger syndrome is a form of autism characterised by normal or above average intelligence. [researchautism.net]

• Irritability

  There are currently only two psychotropics approved by the FDA to treat irritability in the autistic population. [doi.org]

  Safety and tolerability of aripiprazole for irritability in pediatric patients with autistic disorder: A 52-week, open-label, multicenter study. J Clin Psychiatry. 2011;72(9):1270-1276. Mattila ML, Hurtig T, et al. [cancercarewny.com]

  With medication, a person with ASD may have fewer problems with: Irritability Aggression Repetitive behaviors Hyperactivity Attention problems Anxiety and depression Read more about the latest news and information on medication warnings, patient medication [web.archive.org]

  Examples include: aripiprazole ( Abilify ) to reduce irritability guanfacine (Tenex), olanzapine (Zyprexa), and naltrexone (ReVia) to reduce hyperactivity selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) to reduce repetitive behaviors risperidone (Risperdal [healthline.com]

• Perseveration

  We found that while Nathan's repetitions resembled 'topic perseveration' previously described in the literature, they showed evidence of interactional awareness as they were employed when peers offered little or no response to his original utterance. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Specific behavioral interventions may need to be implemented to reduce problematic or disruptive behaviors, such as perseverations, odd behaviors, and tantrums. [emedicinehealth.com]

  […] intentions or facial expressions of others Difficulty understanding the motives and perceptions of others Problems asking for help May show motor clumsiness, unusual body movements and/or repetitive behavior Often have difficulty with the big picture, perseverate [mnsu.edu]

  Positive characteristics of people with Asperger syndrome have been described as beneficial in many professions and include: the increased ability to focus on details, the capacity to persevere in specific interests without being swayed by others' opinions [medicinenet.com]

• Agitation

  […] management difficulty prioritising and focusing on tasks difficulty problem solving and understanding abstract thought poor concentration and memory difficulty adjusting to change response to some subjects: lack of interest and motivation or distress and agitation [services.unimelb.edu.au]

  […] aripiprazole ( Abilify ) to reduce irritability guanfacine (Tenex), olanzapine (Zyprexa), and naltrexone (ReVia) to reduce hyperactivity selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) to reduce repetitive behaviors risperidone (Risperdal Consta) to reduce agitation [healthline.com]

  Common traits of AS children In addition to having to deal with social deficits, AS kids tend to be: Excessively attached to routines and many have obsessive interests Extremely sensitive to sensory input, to the extent that they become agitated by noisy [greatschools.org]

  Steingard RJ, Zimnitzky B, DeMaso DR, Bauman ML, Bucci JP (1997) Sertraline treatment of transition-associated anxiety and agitation in children with autistic disorder. J Child Adolesc Psychopharmacol 7:9–15 PubMed Google Scholar 88. [dx.doi.org]

• Dysphasia

  Syndromes in developmental dysphasia and adult aphasia. Research Publications-Association for Research in Nervous and Mental Disease, 66, 57–75. Google Scholar Rapin, I., Allen, D. A., Aram, D. M., Dunn, M. [doi.org]

(See Workup.) None of these studies are required for diagnosis, but the results can help guide treatment planning. If Asperger syndrome is diagnosed, social skills training and other psychological interventions may be provided. [emedicine.com]

The etiopathogenesis and treatment of Asperger's syndrome in adulthood should be further investigated. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Several behavioral approaches as well as vocational and occupational treatments form part of the treatment regimen of Asperger syndrome. [news-medical.net]

Prognosis with aspergers Persons with Asperger syndrome appear to have normal lifespans, but have an increased prevalence of comorbid psychiatric conditions such as depression, mood disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. [autism-help.org]

The results underscore the importance of analysing the cognitive profile both at diagnosis and after several years, so as to be able to formulate a realistic prognosis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Videos Further Reading Asperger Syndrome Causes Asperger Syndrome Mechanism Asperger Syndrome Screening Asperger Syndrome Treatment Asperger Syndrome Prognosis [news-medical.net]

The precise etiology is still unknown, but a multifactorial origin with genetic, neurobiological, and psychosocial components appears probable. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Severe impairments of social interaction and associated abnormalities in children: Epidemiology and classification. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 9 (1), 11–29. [doi.org]

Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology, 22, 6, (562-568), (2008). Kristen S.L. Lam, James W. [dx.doi.org]

The clinical features, course, aetiology, epidemiology, differential diagnosis and management of Asperger's syndrome are described. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Comorbid conditions may be markers for underlying pathophysiology and suggest a more varied treatment approach. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Likewise, relatively few studies of genetic and environmental factors in the pathophysiology of AS have involved large and well-characterized samples. [dx.doi.org]

Nevertheless, there is likely some role of serotonin in the pathophysiology of AS. [web.archive.org]

Can it be prevented? AS cannot be prevented because we do not know what causes it. When should I call the doctor? Call your doctor if your child shows behaviors of AS from the signs and symptoms list above. [virtualpediatrichospital.org]

Coping With Asperger's Your Asperger Child: Preventing Problems Rather Than Reacting to Them Your Asperger Child: Preventing Problems Rather Than Reacting to ThemSooner is better than later. [life.familyeducation.com]

(I statement) The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) makes recommendations about the effectiveness of specific preventive care services for patients without obvious related signs or symptoms. [doi.org]

Misdiagnosing Asperger syndrome creates severe problems by preventing effective therapy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

It's possible that an infant's sudden, rapid head growth may be an early warning signal, which could help in early diagnosis and treatment or possible prevention of ASD. [web.archive.org]