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Keywords
Asperger's syndrome;
Abstract
This paper contains a review of literature on Asperger's Syndrome (AS). This disorder is characterized by deficits in social interaction skills and communication skills (such as the absence of eye contact or facial expressions). Individuals with AS also insist on routines in behaviors, and pursue a relatively narrow range of interests and activities. Etiology is thought to be multifactoral. Studies have indicated that AS may be influenced by genetic factors as well as pre-, peri-, and postnatal trauma. The disorder is also more common among boys than girls.
In this paper, the general clinical features of AS are reviewed, with specific attention to social skill deficits. Social skill interventions are also considered. Finally, recommendations for research are described.
Year of Submission
1998
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education
Department
Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations
First Advisor
Melissa L. Heston
Date Original
1998
Object Description
1 PDF file (iii, 51 pages)
Copyright
©1998 Tracy L. Gappa
Language
en
File Format
application/pdf
Recommended Citation
Gappa, Tracy L., "Asperger's syndrome : a review of literature" (1998). Graduate Research Papers. 736.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/grp/736
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