The symptoms of Asperger’s syndrome usually become apparent early in life. Most of the time, the condition can be diagnosed between the ages of 5 and 9; however, some people don’t get diagnosed until adulthood. Most of the symptoms of this condition are related to communication, emotional, and behavioral skills and include: • Trouble making or maintaining eye contact. • Trouble responding to or maintaining a conversation. • Trouble picking up on social cues that others find obvious. • Trouble interpreting others’ body language, facial expressions, and emotions. • Exhibiting few emotions or having difficulty communicating about them. • Speaking in a flat, monotone, or robotic tone. • Having an intense passion for or interest in a specific topic, such as football stats or plants. • Difficulty adjusting to change. • Feeling best when sticking to a strict schedule. Furthermore, certain symptoms of Asperger’s syndrome are more common in adults. These include: • Hypersensitivity. • Obsession with a particular topic. • Difficulties or awkwardness in social settings. • Clumsiness. If you notice these symptoms, they could be indicative of Asperger’s syndrome. To receive a diagnosis, you should schedule an evaluation with a psychiatrist.