See our Autism Header Page for a full list of all our Autism resources. Most individuals with autism have difficulty understanding abstract language, sarcasm, and metaphor. Individuals with autism may also take language literally. Here are some examples of how we might use language in everyday situations: “its raining cats and dogs”. …
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Asperger Syndrome
See our Autism Header Page for a full list of all our Autism resources. Asperger Syndrome (sometimes called Aspergers) is an Autism Spectrum Disorder, but individuals with Asperger Syndrome (AS) may display different symptoms from other individuals on the autistic spectrum, because they often have above average intelligence and reasonable language …
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Autism Services – Getting Help (Finding treatment services, information and support)
See our Autism Header Page for a full list of all our Autism resources. Diagnosis When parents are first told that their child may have an autism spectrum disorder, it is usually a highly anxious time. Many people know very little about autism and are unaware of what to expect, or …
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Autism Symptoms, signs and Diagnosis
See our Autism Header Page for a full list of all our Autism resources Autism Symptoms If you feel your child is presenting symptoms or signs of autism you need to see a suitably qualified professional and get a diagnosis. Diagnosis of autism is based on the interpretation of a child’s …
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Children
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder of the brain and can affect anyone, regardless of social status or intelligence. Autism is sometimes referred to as Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) or Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and these are umbrella terms for some more specific disorders which all have many fundamental similarities, …
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