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TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senators Loretta Weinberg and Ellen Karcher which would establish the Asperger’s Syndrome Pilot Initiative received unanimous final legislative approval today by the full Senate.

Asperger’s Syndrome is a developmental disorder characterized by autistic-like behaviors – such as deficiencies in social and communication skills. Those living with Asperger’s Syndrome tend to be self-absorbed and often display obsessive or repetitive routines. The disease is not usually diagnosed until adulthood, Senator Weinberg said.

TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senator Loretta Weinberg which would establish the Asperger’s Syndrome Initiative within the Department of Human Services was unanimously approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

Asperger’s Syndrome is a developmental disorder characterized by autistic-like behaviors – such as deficiencies in social and communication skills. Those living with Asperger’s Syndrome tend to be self-absorbed and often display obsessive or repetitive routines. The disease is not usually diagnosed until adulthood.