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Asperger syndrome

Definition(s)

A childhood disorder predominately affecting boys and similar to autism (autistic disorder). It is characterized by severe, sustained, clinically significant impairment of social interaction, and restricted repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behavior. In contrast to autism, there are no clinically significant delays in language or cognitive development. (From DSM-IV): Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (MeSH) at the National Library of Medicine
Syndrome or disorder usually first diagnosed in childhood, characterized by severe and sustained impairment in social interactions and restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviors, interests, and activities.: Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (Psychological Index Terms) at the National Library of Medicine


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