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Asperger Syndrome
Children with Asperger's Syndrome tend to have an odd manner of interacting
with the world. They often have high intellectual abilities that focus on
specific areas of interest, though they cannot use their intellect towards
academic functioning. Like autistic children, they tend to become
preoccupied with certain thoughts that are difficult to stop. They may also
have unusual behaviors such as hand flapping or other self-stimulating
motions.
Asperger's Syndrome children differ from autistic children in that they're
more capable of functioning with the world. Children with Asperger's tend to
have mild difficulties interpersonally but appear normal in their ability to
relate to others. When their attention can be focused, they're able to learn
and utilize this information in future situations.
Only a skilled psychiatrist, psychologist, developmental pediatrician or
neurologist can diagnose Asperger's Syndrome. Hospital guidance clinics or
University psychiatric departments often have special evaluation programs
offering a multi-disciplinary team including medical, psychological, speech
and language and academic specialists.
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