How does Asperger’s syndrome differ from autism?
Asperger’s syndrome is a pervasive developmental disorder that affects the way a person communicates and relates to others. People with Asperger’s syndrome generally have better language skills than children with autism, are “high functioning,” and are of average or above average intelligence. Concrete and literal thinking and an obsession with certain topics often characterize this syndrome. Children with Asperger’s syndrome may not receive a diagnosis immediately, since they frequently develop speech at an average rate.
