A mild form of autism, asperger syndrome, does not affect language. It usually manifests later in life unlike other types of autism so some are undiagnosed. if you suspect yourself or your child to have the condition, see a doctor ASAP.
It is important to know that Asperger syndrome or any type of autism is not mental retardation. Famous people such as Albert Einstein and Mozart were found to have the condition.
Aspeger syndrome does not affect your mental ability but makes it difficult for people to communiate socially. If undiagnosed, people would not get the help they need leading to social problems like bullying in school. It is important to get treated to improve the person’s overall situation.
Social confusion is one of the symptoms to watch out for. People who have Aspeger syndrome find it hard to deal with changes because they find it confusing. They may also say rude things when they don’t mean to do so.
Fixation is a common trait that they share with other full blown autism. People with Asperger syndrome are highly focused in their interests though they are very much in control.
If you suspect that you or someone you know to have this disorder, you should consult a doctor immediately to answer more questions and provide treatment necessary for the disorder.