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Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that begins early in childhood and lasts throughout a person's life. It affects how a person acts and interacts with others, communicates, and learns. It includes what used to be known as Asperger syndrome and pervasive developmental disorders.

It is called a "spectrum" disorder because people with ASD can have a range of symptoms. People with ASD might have problems talking with you, or they might not look you in the eye when you talk to them. They may also have restricted interests and repetitive behaviors. They may spend a lot of time putting things in order, or they may say the same sentence again and again. They may often seem to be in their "own world."

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  1. Autism Spectrum Disorder (National Library of Medicine)  
    Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that begins early in childhood and lasts throughout a person's life. It affects ... is called a "spectrum" disorder because people with ASD can have a range of symptoms. People with ...
  2. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening What is autism spectrum disorder screening? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability caused by differences in ...
  3. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition that appears very early in childhood development, varies in severity, and is characterized by impaired social skills, ...
  4. Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a heart defect that is present at birth (congenital). As a baby develops in the womb, a wall ( ... This is called an atrial septal defect, or ASD.
  5. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Frequently Asked Questions (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)  
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  6. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) From the National Institutes of Health (Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development)  
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  7. Nutrition for Your Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics)  
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  8. Screening and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)  
    Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. ...
  9. Treatment and Intervention Services for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)  
    Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. ...
  10. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder. It often appears in the first 2 to 3 years of life. ASD affects the brain's ability to develop normal social ...
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