INFORMATION ON ASPERGER'S SYNDROME

Asperger's Syndrome may be defined as a brain disorder that is related with a range of developmental problems, mainly in communication and social interaction.

CAUSES OF ASPERGER'S SYNDROME

The main factors which leads to the development of Asperger's Syndrome are:-

1. Genetic and environmental factors.
2. Tuberous sclerosis.
3. Congenital rubella syndrome.
4. Untreated phenylketonuria.
5. Harmful substances during pregnancy.

SYMPTOMS OF ASPERGER'S SYNDROME

1. Child does not posses social ability.
2. Low speech and communication skills.
3. Perform repetitive movement.

DIAGNOSIS OF ASPERGER'S SYNDROME

1. CT scan.
2. MRI.
3. Genetic testing.

TREATMENT OF ASPERGER'S SYNDROME

Limiting symptoms can bring about substantial improvement. The ideal treatment plan coordinates therapies and interventions that target the core symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome: impaired social interaction, problems with verbal and nonverbal communication, and obsessive or repetitive routines and interests. Most professionals agree that the earlier the intervention, the better.