The earlier a person is diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, the more effective treatment is likely to be. Various professionals – including speech pathologists, social workers, psychologists and developmental pediatricians – may be involved in therapy.

Though Asperger’s syndrome itself cannot be cured, patients can learn behavioral management tools and other skills that will help them to better interact with others. Behavioral therapies include teaching patients to recognize bothersome situations (such as social occasions) and to use a learned strategy that will help them to cope with the circumstances. This is intended to defuse the potential for violent outbursts associated with the disorder.

Patients may also benefit from being formally taught the rules of socialization and communication. This can be learned through memorization and practice. Patients can also learn to speak in a more natural rhythm and to interpret the body language and verbal cues of others.

Occupational or physical therapy can be beneficial for improving sensory integration problems and poor motor coordination. 

There are no medications specifically designed to treat Asperger’s syndrome. However, patients can benefit from drugs that relieve symptoms of associated disorders such as anxiety, depression, hyperactivity and schizophrenia.

Parents and other caring adults can help children to better cope with the condition by providing love, support and plenty of encouragement. Support groups and other resources are available for parents and other family members, including education that teaches behavioral techniques to use at home that may be especially effective with children who have Asperger’s syndrome.