asperger's syndrome

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Definition

Noun: A neurodevelopmental condition characterized by significant difficulties in social interaction and nonverbal communication, alongside restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests. It is considered to be on the autism spectrum. Historically, it was noted for the preservation of linguistic and cognitive development.

Usage

The term is used as a medical and psychological label for a specific profile within autism spectrum disorders. It is typically used in clinical, educational, and informal contexts to describe an individual's condition. * The pediatrician explained the characteristics of Asperger's syndrome to the parents. * Some individuals with Asperger's syndrome develop intense, highly focused interests.

Advanced Usage
  • Clinical Diagnosis: Historically, the term was used in diagnostic manuals (e.g., DSM-IV) as a distinct category. In current diagnostic frameworks (e.g., DSM-5), it has been subsumed under the broader diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). However, the term remains in common use.
    • While no longer a separate diagnosis, many people still identify strongly with the Asperger's syndrome label.
Variants and Related Words
  • Asperger's (noun, informal): A common shortened form of "Asperger's syndrome."
    • He was diagnosed with Asperger's as a child.
  • Asperger syndrome: A variant spelling without the possessive 's'.
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (noun): The current overarching diagnostic category that includes the profile previously described as Asperger's syndrome.
Synonyms
  • Autism spectrum disorder (in current diagnostic terminology, when referring to the specific profile).
  • High-functioning autism (an informal and sometimes controversial term historically used to describe a similar profile).
Notes on Usage
  • The term is capitalized as it is derived from the name of Austrian pediatrician Hans Asperger.
  • Identity-first language (e.g., "a person with Asperger's") and person-first language (e.g., "a person with Asperger's syndrome") are both used. It is respectful to follow an individual's preference.
  • The diagnostic history of the term is complex, and its use is evolving within both professional and autistic communities.
Noun
  1. a psychiatric disorder usually noted during early school years; characterized by impaired social relations and by repetitive patterns of behavior

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