1. Asperger Syndrome By Ashleigh Palmer

2. What is Asperger Syndrome (AS)? Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Hans Asperger (1944) Characteristics; Problems in social interaction Restricted & repetitive interests Speech & language difficulties

3. Causes of AS MMR vaccine linked to Autism but no empirical evidence to support this claim. No exact cause known Genetic basis No clear biochemical brain differences Social Construct Theory

4. Treatments No singular treatment Mostly behavioural (CBT, social skills training, social communication intervention) Parental training Medication

5. Prognosis No cure Management techniques Special education

6. Conclusion Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Social implications No known cause No cure, few treatments More research needed!

7. References Thank you for listening! http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/physical_health/conditions/autism1.shtml http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asperger_syndrome http://www.autism.org.uk/