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Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders 9/2010

01-09-2010 | Brief Report

Brief Report: Should the DSM V Drop Asperger Syndrome?

Auteur: Mohammad Ghaziuddin

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 9/2010

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Abstract

The DSM IV defines Asperger syndrome (AS) as a pervasive developmental (autistic spectrum) disorder characterized by social deficits and rigid focused interests in the absence of language impairment and cognitive delay. Since its inclusion in the DSM-IV, there has been a dramatic increase in its recognition both in children and adults. However, because studies have generally failed to demonstrate a clear distinction between AS and autism, some researchers have called for its elimination from the forthcoming DSM V. This report argues for a modification of its diagnostic criteria and its continued retention in the diagnostic manual.
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Metagegevens
Titel
Brief Report: Should the DSM V Drop Asperger Syndrome?
Auteur
Mohammad Ghaziuddin
Publicatiedatum
01-09-2010
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 9/2010
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-010-0969-z

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