Nadia Bloom has Aspergers syndrome

According to police, missing 11-year-old Nadia Morgan Bloom has Asperger's syndrome, an autism-related disorder. Sentinel reporter Fernando Quintero talked with Dr. Robyn J. Cohen, the newest doctor to join Arnold Palmer Hospital's Pediatric Specialty Practices and a specialist in neuropsychological care for pediatric patients, about the developmental disability.

Q: What is Asperger's syndrome?

A: It is classified as an autism spectrum condition, and is often referred to as a mild form of autism. But it is different than autism, which is characterized by a significant delay in the development of communication skills – specifically, language ability.