Both autism and Asperger's syndrome are pervasive developmental disorders.
The separation of Asperger's from autism is a matter of controversy since
they share many core features though Asperger's patients function much
better cognitively, communicate better and generally do not have CNS signs.

At 11:09 AM 3/22/2001 -0800, you wrote:
>I would like to know if there are any practicing psychoanalysts who believe
>that the so-called "Asperger's Syndrome" is actually a mild form of autism.
>I would sincerely appreciate a reply from anyone on this.  Thanks,
>
>Larry D. Lyons
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