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Recent findings from E. Muller and co-authors highlight research in Asperger syndrome.

Article from: Health & Medicine Week Article date: May 26, 2008

"The study describes the perspectives of individuals with Asperger syndrome and other autism spectrum disabilities (ASDs) regarding social challenges and supports. Eighteen adults with ASDs were individually interviewed," scientists in the United States report (see also Asperger Syndrome ).

"They were asked to describe their experiences navigating their social worlds, and recommend effective social supports and strategies for improving social connectedness. Qualitative analyses of the interview transcripts revealed a number of ...

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