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Asperger's syndrome can be a difficult, lonely disorder — both for affected children and their parents. By nature, the disorder brings difficulties socializing and communicating with your child. It may also mean fewer play dates and birthday invitations and more stares at the grocery store from people who don't understand that a child's meltdown is part of a disability, not the result of "bad parenting." But with time, patience and the help of trusted professionals, you'll learn which situations and environments may cause problems for your child, and which coping strategies work.

This guide to understanding and coping with Asperger's Syndrome can help. Children with Asperger's syndrome are sometimes at risk for developing other mental illnesses, such as depression, ADHD, schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. But, there are various treatment options available for these conditions.

Because the level of intelligence often is average or higher than average, many people with Asperger's syndrome are able to function very well -- however, they may continue to have problems socializing with others through adulthood.

For now, there is no proven cure for Asperger's syndrome, but early diagnosis and treatment can improve function and quality of life.

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