High-functioning autism spectrum disorder

Autism spectrum disorder symptoms

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ASD is typified by a broad spectrum of symptoms and behaviors that differ in intensity and manifestation. Early childhood is when ASD symptoms usually become apparent, and a thorough assessment is used by medical professionals to make a formal diagnosis. Common symptoms and characteristics of ASD include: It’s important to note that while these are … Read more

What are the five autism spectrum disorders?

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The phrase “Autism Spectrum Disorder” (ASD) refers to a group of disorders associated with autism. There is no longer a distinction between various “types” of autism in the most recent diagnostic criteria listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), as there was in earlier editions of the manual. Rather, … Read more