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Autism & Asperger's Syndrome (Expert Forum)
Is there some sort of test I can take for this?
Answered by
Jessica L Thomason Sassi, Ph.D., BCBA - autism, severe problem behavior
The New England Center for Children
Questions in the Autism & Asperger's Syndrome forum are answered by researchers at the New England Center for Children. Topics covered include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Antisocial Personality Disorder, Asperger Syndrome, Autism, blindness, bullying, clinical depression, deafness, dyslexia, mental retardation, and social alienation.
Is there some sort of test I can take for this?
by kanorshkan, May 27, 2009 08:17AM
I've had a friend say once that she thought I may have Asperger's Disorder. She said some of my actions and the things I said really seemed like it to her. Her boyfriend has it ( i later found out) and that really got me to start looking up stuff about it. I was wondering if there is a test I can take to see if I have it or if I'm just psyching myself out about it like some people do with other disorders and illnesses. I was also wondering if you can develop Asperger's or if it's something your born with. If you can't develop it what are some other things you can develop that are similar to Asperger's ?
Doctor's Answer
by Jessica L Thomason Sassi, Ph.D., BCBA, Jun 04, 2009 08:21AM
, Jun 04, 2009 08:21AMTo: Kanorshkan
Asperger’s Disorder is characterized by severe and sustained impairment in social interaction and restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interest. Right now there is no conclusive information about the cause of this disorder; however, it is something that can be diagnosed anytime from childhood on through adulthood. Only a trained professional can diagnose Asperger’s Disorder – if you have serious concerns, then you should contact your primary care physician to discuss the matter further. Although you may find websites or other materials that describe some of the features of this disorder (or other disorders) or offer "tests" for the disorder, you would be best served by talking to your doctor, as she/he will be able to provide you with a more thorough and informed response to your concerns.
