Asperger's Disorder

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Children with Asperger's usually develop an obsessive interest in a single subject. This eMedTV Web page offers a detailed look at this autism spectrum disorder, with information on symptoms, characteristics, and treatment options.

While the causes of Asperger syndrome are not known, it is likely that both genetics and environment play a role in the disorder. This eMedTV Web page discusses some of the research being conducted on the causes of Asperger syndrome.

Perhaps the most identifiable Asperger characteristic is a child's obsessive interest in a single topic or object. This section of the eMedTV library highlights other common Asperger characteristics such as problems with nonverbal communication.

Asperger treatment may include social skills training, cognitive behavioral therapy, and medication for coexisting conditions. This eMedTV resource illustrates how the ideal Asperger treatment coordinates therapies to address the disorder's symptoms.

An Asperger syndrome research study is analyzing DNA from children with Asperger to identify genes that are linked to the disorder. This eMedTV Web page contains information about various Asperger syndrome research studies.