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Learn About Asperger's Syndrome

What is the definition of Asperger's Syndrome?
Asperger syndrome is part of the autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a group of disorders that affects the development of social and communication skills. Unlike many children with ASD, children with Asperger syndrome do not have early language delays, and often have well developed language skills and normal to above average intelligence. However, they may use unusual speech patterns and have a hard time understanding irony, humor, and sarcasm or gestures and social cues important to normal conversation. Many children with Asperger syndrome develop an obsessive interest in one topic or object. They may use high-level vocabulary or complex statistics in conversation. Children with Asperger syndrome may have delayed motor skills and thus can appear uncoordinated and clumsy compared to their peers. Other features of Asperger syndrome include difficulty interacting with peers, inappropriate social or emotional behavior, and engaging in repetitive routines. Both children and adults with Asperger syndrome are at an increased risk for depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), mood and anxiety disorders, and other mental health disorders. The cause of Asperger syndrome, like most ASDs, is not fully understood, but there is a strong genetic basis, which means it does tend to run in families. Multiple environmental factors are also thought to play an important role in the development of all ASDs. Many people with Asperger syndrome can learn strategies to manage their symptoms.
What are the alternative names for Asperger's Syndrome?
  • Asperger syndrome
  • Asperger disorder
Who are the top Asperger's Syndrome Local Doctors?
Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine
5151 Babcock St Ne, 
Palm Bay, FL 
 4.5 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Prem Varma is an Internal Medicine provider in Palm Bay, Florida. Dr. Varma and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asperger's Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Varma is currently accepting new patients.

Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine
5005 Port St John Pkwy Ste 2400, Parrish Medical Group, 
Port St John, FL 
 29.5 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Julio Pagan is an Internal Medicine provider in Port St John, Florida. Dr. Pagan and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asperger's Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Pagan is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced Psychiatric Group PA

736 N Magnolia Ave, 
Orlando, FL 
 58.9 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Jeffrey Nard is a Psychiatrist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Nard and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Asperger's Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Dr. Nard is currently accepting new patients.

What are the latest Asperger's Syndrome Clinical Trials?
Evaluation of Patients With Genetic Disorders

Background: Some patients with unusual genetic conditions are referred to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). They may not be eligible to join current research studies. Testing such patients is a good way to improve the skills of research staff. The findings could lead to new processes and research.

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FX ENTRAIN: Perturbation of Neurodynamics Underlying Sensory Hyperarousal and Statistical Learning in Youth With FXS

Summary: Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder caused by a mutation on the X chromosome. Scientists have investigated FXS extensively in both humans and animals. Thus far, phenotypic rescue in animal models has not resulted in treatment breakthroughs in humans, though some important discoveries have been made. Research has shown that individuals with FXS process sounds different...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center