The inclusion of Asperger's disorder (AD) in the DSM-IV (American Psychiatric Association, 1994) has, as one could predict, led to a great increase in its diagnosis and interest in those so diagnosed. It is my impression, and that of others (Filipek et al., 1999), that, similar to autistic disorder, it has shared the same fate as being misdiagnosed and/or diagnosed months or years after its appearance. Delayed diagnosis can have disastrous effects on the mental state and academic progress in AD. In most cases of AD, parents report being mystified and frustrated with their children's lack of social tact and intense interests that preoccupy them to the exclusion of peer relations. As their children age, poor relatedness, odd preoccupations, and sometimes a lack of motivation are noted as well at school. The children need expert help to remain academically challenged while their social and behavioral problems are addressed. This article addresses individual problems that are often present in other disorders and AD and how they appear to differ from AD.