Asperger's syndrome is a neurological condition resulting in a wide variety of behaviors. Motor development, speech and thought patterns might all be affected with this condition. The strange behaviors and speech patterns often separate individuals with Aspergers from society. People with Asperger's syndrome or AS may viciously act out because of nervousness, dejection or stress. Diagnosis and treatment are available to change symptoms and behaviors.

The condition was first noted by Austrian pediatrician Hans Asperger in 1944, but as all his findings were written in German, it wasn't till the early 1980’s that the condition became widely known. Asperger's became an official illness with diagnosis in the early 1990’s. Studies show that two out of ten thousand children are affected with the condition and boys are Three to four times more likely to get the illness than girls. Many children are diagnosed by the 3rd birthday, but some develop symptoms as young as infancy.

Doubts arise when a child experiences developmental delays as evidenced by learning to crawl or walk later than usual, or having difficulties with learning to ride a cycle or catch a ball. These kids may appear clumsy and develop a strange gait which ranges from stiff to bouncy. People show a restricted ability to utilize gestures when talking and might show diminished or odd facial expressions.

The youngsters start to develop odd speech patterns, that range from exceedingly formal to monotone. They also have difficulty comprehending how to adjust volume levels in several situations. A lot of times they verbalize statements again and again. There is a restricted capability to realize the difference between literal and figurative language.

Though not always able to express them selves, these kids have high levels of intelligence. Most become infatuated with a particular object or theme, absorbing enormous amounts of knowledge in an attempt to fully cover the subject.

Because of impaired understanding, speech and motor skills, these kids lack proper social skills. Some show no desire to interact with others. Out of frustration people develop anxiety and depression, usually causing defiant or aggressive behavior.

Asperger's syndrome might co-exist with other conditions including ADHD, tic disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Abnormal fetal brain cell growth resulting in strange neural circuitry and transmission are thought to cause the chaos. Some scientists have discovered an excess of certain proteins. Although the condition is genetic, no single gene is accountable, so the condition and symptoms differ for every individual.

Diagnosis is determined by qualified physicians who treat the condition in a variety of ways. Several methods of cognitive behavioral therapy, language and speech therapy, occupational and physical therapy, social skills training, and medication are some of the remedy options. Parent support groups and training allow families to share knowledge and experience to better cope with the condition.