Diagnosis of Asperger syndrome
Diagnosis of Asperger syndrome
Asperger syndrome (pronounced /ˈæspərɡər/), also known as Asperger's, is a type of pervasive developmental disorder which is classified as part of the autism spectrum. The diagnosis of Asperger syndrome is complicated by the use of several different screening instruments, including the Asperger Syndrome Diagnostic Scale (ASDS), Autism Spectrum Screening Questionnaire (ASSQ), Childhood Autism Spectrum Test (CAST), and others.
Etymology
The syndrome is named after the Austrian pediatrician Hans Asperger who, in 1944, described children in his practice who lacked nonverbal communication skills, demonstrated limited empathy with their peers, and were physically clumsy.
Diagnostic criteria
The diagnosis of Asperger syndrome requires a multidisciplinary team, including a psychiatrist, psychologist, neurologist, and speech therapist. The diagnostic criteria for Asperger syndrome are based on the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).
The DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for Asperger syndrome include persistent difficulties in social interaction and communication, along with restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. These symptoms must be present from early childhood and limit or impair everyday functioning.
Related terms
- Autism spectrum: A range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication.
- Pervasive developmental disorder: A group of disorders characterized by delays in the development of socialization and communication skills.
- DSM-5: The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, is the 2013 update to the American Psychiatric Association's classification and diagnostic tool.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Diagnosis of Asperger syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Diagnosis of Asperger syndrome
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