Asperger Syndrome (also known as Syndrome, Asperger, Asperger's Disorder): A disorder beginning in childhood whose essential features are persistent impairment in reciprocal social communication and social interaction, and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. These symptoms may limit o

NIH MeSH · D020817Psychiatry and Psychology

Asperger Syndrome

Also known asSyndrome, Asperger · Asperger's Disorder · Aspergers Disorder · Disorder, Asperger's · Asperger's Syndrome · Aspergers Syndrome · Syndrome, Asperger's · Asperger Disease · Asperger Diseases · Disease, Asperger · Diseases, Asperger · Asperger Disorder

Definition

A disorder beginning in childhood whose essential features are persistent impairment in reciprocal social communication and social interaction, and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. These symptoms may limit or impair everyday functioning. (From DSM-5)

MeSH classification

  • F03.625.164.113.250

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Common questions about Asperger Syndrome

What does Asperger Syndrome mean in medicine?
A disorder beginning in childhood whose essential features are persistent impairment in reciprocal social communication and social interaction, and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. These symptoms may limit or impair everyday functioning. (From DSM-5) This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Asperger Syndrome known by any other names?
Yes. Asperger Syndrome is also referred to as Syndrome, Asperger, Asperger's Disorder, Aspergers Disorder, Disorder, Asperger's in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Asperger Syndrome sit in the medical classification?
Asperger Syndrome falls under the broader medical category "Psychiatry and Psychology" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: F03.625.164.113.250). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D020817) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗