Asperger's syndrome
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Content medically reviewed byDr. Abhimanyu ChandakMD, PsychiatryView full profile onLinkedInOVERVIEWSYMPTOMSDIAGNOSISTREATMENTCausesCausesThe exact cause is not known. The condition is attributed to:Genetics - the condition is associated with genetic disorders such as Fragile X syndromeAbnormalities in brain functionPrenatal complications and exposure to environmental toxins and chemicals, especially during pregnancy, may also contribute to the development of the disorder Genetics - the condition is associated with genetic disorders such as Fragile X syndrome Abnormalities in brain function Prenatal complications and exposure to environmental toxins and chemicals, especially during pregnancy, may also contribute to the development of the disorder Gender: more common among men Born to older parents Repetitive motor patterns Difficulty in assessing other’s feelings and “reading” other people Exaggerated facial expressions and gesture usage Aggressive behaviour Poor muscle coordination Depressive mood Having problems understanding humour Inability to perceive gestures Lack of social awareness Being sensitive to noise, touch, odor or tastes Improper interaction affects learning in school Employment problems Social isolation Anxiety disorder Depression
Genetics - the condition is associated with genetic disorders such as Fragile X syndrome
Abnormalities in brain function
Prenatal complications and exposure to environmental toxins and chemicals, especially during pregnancy, may also contribute to the development of the disorder
Gender: more common among men
Born to older parents
Repetitive motor patterns
Difficulty in assessing other’s feelings and “reading” other people
Exaggerated facial expressions and gesture usage
Aggressive behaviour
Poor muscle coordination
Depressive mood
Having problems understanding humour
Inability to perceive gestures
Lack of social awareness
Being sensitive to noise, touch, odor or tastes
Improper interaction affects learning in school
Employment problems
Social isolation
Anxiety disorder
Depression
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