The terms “autism” and “Asperger syndrome” are often used interchangeably. Once considered a mild but distinct form of autism, Asperger’s was a diagnosis in itself. With advances in our understanding ...

Regarding Cure Autism Now co-founder Portia Iversen’s quote on how autism is “this terrible disease that is basically stealing away [her son’s] mind”: I wish to differ on it, because I know that my ...

Nathalie Goujon est membre du réseau A 180° - Chagrin scolaire, responsable du centre de Lyon. Des enfants autistes, on ne connaît bien souvent que les comportements extrêmes. Leurs crises de colère, ...

Asperger's syndrome is really just a form of autism and does not merit a separate diagnosis, according to a panel of researchers assembled by the American Psychiatric Association. Even though many ...

Social challenges and unusual behaviors or interests categorize all three conditions. These problems range from mild to severe, as no two people on the autism spectrum are alike. However, Asperger’s ...

Children with Asperger's syndrome show patterns of brain connectivity distinct from those of children with autism, according to a new study. The findings suggest the two conditions, which are now in ...

In the 27 years I have been alive, people have stared at me, teased me, called me names, yelled at me, followed me, run away from me, and, on the internet, begged me not to have children because the ...

Plusieurs personnalités sont atteintes d'une forme particulière d'autisme appelée syndrome d'Asperger. C'est le cas du patron de X Elon Musk, ou encore de Marie Curie.

Asperger’s syndrome is no longer a stand-alone diagnosis. It’s now part of the autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In other words, people with signs and symptoms of Asperger’s receive an ASD diagnosis.