Autism Spectrum Disorder is defined by the DSM 5 as a group of developmental disorders that can lead to significant challenges in social situations, behavior and communication . This means that people with ASD process information differently in their brains. There are many autism spectrum disorders and affect individuals differently and at different ages. Asperger's syndrome was added to the DSM IV in 1994 before being grouped under autism spectrum disorder with all autism and pervasive developmental disorders in 2013. Asperger's syndrome is considered a high-functioning autism in the spectrum and it usually affects individuals from a young age. Asperger's syndrome is an autism-related developmental disorder that is classified as high functioning in the sense that individuals can generally develop language and intellectual skills normally. Asperser's syndrome was first described in the 1940s by Viennese pediatrician Hans Asperger. (Buzzle.com) He observed difficulties in social and communication skills in boys whose intelligence and language development were otherwise normal. Asperger's syndrome is usually first observed in preschool age and persists throughout life. Symptoms of Asperger's syndrome vary from individual to individual and are often consistent with social problems. During childhood, Asperger's syndrome occurs when the child cannot pick up on social cues and lacks innate social skills. These skills do not develop at a normal rate, if at all. This lack of social skills may include the inability to read body language, start or maintain a conversation, or take turns speaking. Children with Asperger's also tend to rely heavily on daily routines...... middle of paper...... educational therapists and physical therapists. Children who have evolving symptoms in language and communication benefit most from a speech-language pathologist to help them hold a conversation. Most children with Asperger's also have a therapist to work with to develop their social skills. Although there is no known definitive cause of Asperger's syndrome and no cure available, children with Asperger's syndrome can lead full lives. With the support of their family, friends and educators, these children can not only succeed, but thrive. Because there are no specific medications for Asperger's syndrome, there are many forms of treatment and options to help manage the symptoms. These children are not sick, or different, or weird, they just have a different definition of normal. The best way to help these children and ensure them a successful life is acceptance..