Term: Asperger's Disorder

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2008-11-18

Definition:

Pervasive developmental disorder, causing problems in social interactions and communication, and involves repetition and limited interests. Problems are not evident for language or cognitive skills.

Related terms 

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

References 

• Brownell M, De Coster C, Penfold R, Derksen S, Au W, Schultz J, Dahl M. Manitoba Child Health Atlas Update. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2008. [Report] [Summary] [Additional Materials] (View)