Asperger Syndrome: Article Analysis

In this article, Asperger syndrome is defined as “a pervasive disorder…characterized by deficits in social interaction and display of repetitive behavior.” Asperger syndrome was added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manuel of Mental Disorders in 1994 and is included as part of autism spectrum disorder, though children that have Asperger syndrome do not display the language or cognitive delays that are seen in children with autism spectrum disorder. Children may be referred for evaluation if an adult observes “unusual nonverbal behaviors, atypical speech patterns, and poor social skills.” Commonly seen nonverbal behaviors are poor eye contact and an inability to read an interpret body language and facial expressions. It is important for