👉 Asperger's syndrome, also known as Asperger's disorder or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulty with social and communication skills. The symptoms of ASD often overlap with those of autism spectrum disorders, but they are distinct in that the latter includes learning difficulties, language delays, and social problems. The term "asperse" can be used to describe the characteristics of ASD or ASD as a whole. This is because ASD involves various