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  AUTISTIC SAVANTS & ASPERGER'S SYNDROME
 

Autistic Savants - This term is used to describe a person who is autistic and has extreme talent in a certain area of study. There is a common association made between savants and autism, especially due to the 1988 film Rain Man.
 
But most autistic people are not savants, and savantismis not unique to autistic people, though there does seem to be some relation. Rapid mathematical calculations and fast computer programming skills are the most common form.


ASPERGER'S SYNDROME


Asperger syndrome is one of five Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) and it is increasingly being referred to as an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Asperger syndrome can also be referred to as Asperger’s syndrome or AS.

Asperger syndrome is characterized by deficiencies in social and communication skills. It is considered to be part of the austistic spectrum and is differentiated from other Autism Spectrum Disorders in that early development is normal and there is no language delay. It is possible for people with Aspergers syndrome to have learning disabilities concurrently with Asperger syndrome.

Asperger's syndrome is often not identified in early childhood, and many individuals do not receive diagnosis until after puberty or when they are adults. In most cases, they are aware of their differences and recognize when they need support to maintain an independent life. There are instances where adults do not realize that they have Asperger syndrome personalities until they are having difficulties with relationships and/or attending relationship counseling. Recognition of the very literal and logical thought processes that are symptomatic of Asperger syndrome can be a tremendous help to both partners in a close/family relationship.
The cause or causes, of Asperger syndrome is unknown. It is widely accepted that Aspergers syndrome has a hereditary factor. It is suspected that multiple genes play a part in causing Aspergers syndrome, since the number and severity of symptoms vary widely among individuals. Non-neurological factors such as poverty, lack of sleep, substance abuse by the mother during pregnancy, discrimination, trauma during early childhood, and abuse may also contribute.

People with Asperger syndrome often have limited interests, or preocupation with a subject to the exclusion of other activities. They may also exhibit clumsy and uncoordinated motor movements and repetitive behaviours or rituals. Relationships with others are often affected by peculiarities in speech and language, problems with nonverbal communication, and socially inappropriate behavior and interpersonal interaction.

People with Asperger's syndrome may lack the ability to communicate their own emotional state,or understand that of others. They also might have trouble showing empathy with other people. Thus, people with Aspergers syndrome might be seen as egotistical, selfish or uncaring.

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