Appreciating asperger syndrome: Implications for better care and outcomes

Abstract

In this issue of the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, Prayson and Franco paint a comprehensive picture of the key medical and therapeutic issues faced by patients with Asperger syndrome.1 They offer a refreshing optimism about contemporary treatments aimed at enhancing independence and quality of life, while being realistic about the challenges for these patients, such as making the transition from pediatric care to adult care. Importantly, their overview offers practical suggestions for improving medical care through a greater understanding of the syndrome, along with strategies for how to relate to patients who have a difficult interpersonal style.