Wrong Planet - Autism Community. Mirror Neurons. Asperger syndrome. Asperger syndrome (AS), also known as Asperger disorder (AD) or simply Asperger's, is an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) that is characterized by significant difficulties in social interaction and nonverbal communication, alongside restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests.
It differs from other autism spectrum disorders by its relative preservation of linguistic and cognitive development. Although not required for diagnosis, physical clumsiness and atypical (peculiar, odd) use of language are frequently reported.[1][2] The syndrome is named after the Austrian pediatrician Hans Asperger who, in 1944, studied and described children in his practice who lacked nonverbal communication skills, demonstrated limited empathy with their peers, and were physically clumsy.[3] The modern conception of Asperger syndrome came into existence in 1981[4] and went through a period of popularization,[5][6] becoming standardized as a diagnosis in the early 1990s.
Classification. Aspergers. Adult Asperger’s: The Relief of A Diagnosis. The following are criteria for Aspergers that have been excerpted from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV): Qualitative impairment in social interaction, as manifested by at least two of the following: Marked impairments in the use of multiple nonverbal behaviors such as eye-to-eye gaze, facial expression, body posture, and gestures to regulate social interaction Failure to develop peer relationships appropriate to developmental level A lack of spontaneous seeking to share enjoyment, interest or achievements with other people, (e.g., by a lack of showing, bringing, or pointing out objects of interest to other people) lack of social or emotional reciprocityRestricted repetitive & stereotyped patterns of behavior, interests and activities The disturbance causes clinically significant impairments in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.
They are often physically awkward and socially tactless. You’ve probably known quite a few. Austin Aspie Adults (Adults with Asperger's Syndrome) (Austin, TX. Our positive, accepting group exists so that adults on the autism spectrum, usually those with Asperger's Syndrome or Aspies (but not exclusively Aspies), can socialize with others on the spectrum, 18 and up, whether officially diagnosed or self diagnosed.
Our meetings are a wonderful, precious respite from having to monitor, edit, and adapt ourselves to suit norms that don't mesh with our natural, autistic tendencies. We have open, free-flowing discussions about many things -- our ideas, experiences, strengths, challenges, the serious, the hilarious, and much more.