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Could my child develop aspergers/adhd?

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AD/HD and Asperger's: Aspergers disorder is now considered an autism spectrum disorder (in the new dsm-5) and usually shows up in the attachment, language, and play very early in childhood. Ad/hd typically shows up around elementary school aged children and must occur in another setting to be a valid diagnosis. If you have more specific concerns that are emerging please consult your pediatrician re. Symptoms.

Answered 4/16/2014

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Dr. Carlos Barrios answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Not much more likely: On your Family psychiatric history. Discuss with your physician with regards to family-planning if concerned. See http://www.nchpeg.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=120&Itemid=118. for a good summary of heritability of many psychiatric syndromes. Take care

Answered 8/19/2014

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