autism
- Noun:
- A developmental disorder: "autism" refers to a complex neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges with social interaction, communication, and by restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. It is a spectrum disorder, meaning its presentation varies widely among individuals.
- Noun:
- Early intervention can be very beneficial for children with autism.
- The researcher studied the genetic factors associated with autism.
- He gave a lecture on understanding and supporting students with autism.
"On the autism spectrum": A phrase used to describe the range of conditions and varying degrees of challenge and strength that characterize autism.
- Many people now use the term "on the autism spectrum" to reflect the diversity of this condition.
"Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)": The formal diagnostic term used in medical and psychological contexts.
- The diagnosis was updated to autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Autistic (adj): Relating to or characteristic of autism.
- She is an advocate for autistic rights.
Asperger's syndrome (n, historical): Previously considered a separate condition, now often included within the autism spectrum.
- Asperger's syndrome is no longer a separate diagnosis in many diagnostic manuals.
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD): The clinical term.
- Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD) (n, historical/clinical): An older categorical term that included autism.
"To have autism": The preferred, identity-first language used by many in the community (e.g., "a person with autism" or "an autistic person").
- Their son has autism.
"Neurodiversity": A concept that recognizes and respects neurological differences like autism as natural human variations.
- The company promotes neurodiversity in the workplace.
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(psychiatry) an abnormal absorption with the self; marked by communication disorders and short attention span and inability to treat others as people
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