When did Hans Asperger's work gain recognition in English-speaking countries?

• A. 1960s
• B. 1970s
• C. 1980s
• D. 1990s

Answer: (C)

Hans Asperger's work gained recognition in English-speaking countries primarily in the 1980s. This period marked a significant increase in awareness and understanding of autism spectrum disorders, especially with the publication of seminal works that introduced Asperger's concepts to a broader audience. The 1980s saw a shift in the field of psychology and special education, where there was more emphasis on understanding various presentations of autism. Additionally, it was during the late 1980s that Asperger's syndrome began to be discussed more widely, leading to increased recognition by professionals and families alike. This eventually contributed to Asperger's classification as a distinct diagnostic category within the DSM-IV in 1994.