Asperger's Syndrome and lack of friendships (Part II) | National ...

Although the 2013 Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5), which will be released on May 27, has eliminated a distinct category for Asperger's syndrome (also known as Asperger's disorder), the writer will continue writing about Asperger's syndrome. Why? Out of respect for Aspies (how AS individuals describe themselves) who owned ... National/Chicago Top News Stories and Op-Eds. A fine WordPress.com site. About the Writer ... via http://phyllislsmithasinyanbi.wordpress.com/2013/05/19/aspergers-syndrome-and-lack-of-friendships-part-ii/