What is Aspegers Syndrome?

Asperger syndrome also called Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's disorder, Asperger's or AS) is one of several autism spectrum disorders (ASD) characterized by difficulties in social interaction and by restricted, stereotyped interests and activities. AS is distinguished from the other ASDs in having no general delay in language or cognitive development. Although not mentioned in standard diagnostic criteria, motor clumsiness and atypical use of language are frequently reported.

Asperger syndrome is named after Austrian pediatrician Hans Asperger who, in 1944, described children in his practice who lacked nonverbal communication skills, failed to demonstrate empathy with their peers, and were physically clumsy. Questions about many aspects of AS remain: for example, there is lingering doubt about the distinction between AS and high-functioning autism (HFA); partly due to this, the prevalence of AS is not firmly established. The exact cause of AS is unknown, although research supports the likelihood of a genetic basis, and brain imaging techniques have identified structural and functional differences in specific regions of the brain.

A type of autism or Pervasive Developmental Disorder.

People with Asperger's Disorder generally don't have the severe communication delays associated with most types of autism. They have difficulty socializing with other people and often ignore social "cues" that most people take for granted like making eye contact. They generally are preoccupied with a few subjects and may talk about them endlessly even though other people are no interested. There may be odd mannerisms like hand flapping and OCD-like behavior. There may be a preoccupation with wanting to touch at look at certain objects. People with Asperger's usually have at least average intelligence, sometimes above average intelligence.

I used to know a guy with Asberger's; he was about 20 years old at the time. He was obsessed with monkeys. One time somebody put out a candle and he went over and started playing with the melted wax while ignoring everybody else. He usually didn't talk. He might answer if you talked to him, but he wouldn't make eye contact and he would seem to be very tense and comfortable about talking. His parents both died and last I heard he went to live with his sister because he apparently couldn't take care of himself.

not sure so i surfd the web and found this, hope this helps!!!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asperger's_syndrome

Hans Asperger (February 18, 1906 – October 21, 1980) was the Austrian pediatrician after whom Asperger syndrome is named.

It is a high functioning form of autism. I have taught several students over the years with it, and it is barely noticable in some people with it.

Asperger's syndrome is a form of autism. You can learn more about it here:

http://aspiemania.us/

Often called 'higher autism'.

In a lot of cases you will not see a difference (immediatly) in a person that has it. If you have it then you always know.

The best descriptions come from people that have it.

http://www.kandi.org/aspergers/Support_Groups_and_...

It's a mild form of autism .....people with it are usually socially withdrawn, have trouble making friends, etc. There are more serious cases of it ....try looking it up on the net

I have it. It's like this sorta thing you have a hard time controlling it. On like how serious you take things. Ask me anything and I'll answer it.

It is a mild form of autism.

its a form of autism, but people have trouble connecting emotionally to people and socializing.

here, watch a true story of someone with aspeger's:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAfWfsop1e0