Pervasive developmental disorder
Key points
- In Asperger syndrome, a young child experiences impaired social interactions and develops limited repetitive patterns of behavior.
- Motor milestones may be delayed and clumsiness is often observed.
Alternative names
Asperger syndrome
Definition
In Asperger syndrome, a young child experiences impaired social interactions and develops limited repetitive patterns of behavior. Motor milestones may be delayed and clumsiness is often observed.
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Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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