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Asperger's Syndrome : A Review Of Literature, Tracy L. Gappa
Asperger's Syndrome : A Review Of Literature, Tracy L. Gappa
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This paper contains a review of literature on Asperger's Syndrome (AS). This disorder is characterized by deficits in social interaction skills and communication skills (such as the absence of eye contact or facial expressions). Individuals with AS also insist on routines in behaviors, and pursue a relatively narrow range of interests and activities. Etiology is thought to be multifactoral. Studies have indicated that AS may be influenced by genetic factors as well as pre-, peri-, and postnatal trauma. The disorder is also more common among boys than girls.
In this paper, the general clinical features of AS are reviewed, with …