Asperger's Syndrome

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Asperger's Syndrome

Asperger's syndrome is a neurological disorder, a form of autism. People with Asperger's typically are very verbal and high-functioning, yet still have characteristics of autism. We'll look at the range of severity within autism, and learn...

Asperger's syndrome is a neurological disorder, a form of autism. People with Asperger's typically are very verbal and high-functioning, yet still have characteristics of autism. We'll look at the range of severity within autism, and learn about the latest research into Asperger's and autism.

Additional information:
Rebecca Landa recommends the book "Asperger's Syndrome" by Tony Attwood

Guests

Rebecca Landa

director of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders at the Kennedy Krieger Institute

Valerie Paradiz

author of "Elijah's Cup" (Free Press) and parent of a child with Asperger's syndrome

Related Links

Kennedy Krieger Institute
Indiana Resource Center for Autism
Autism Society of America
Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children of UNC Chapel Hill
Asperger Syndrome Education Network
Autistics.org
Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support

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