According to wikipedia, Autism is a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior. The Centers for Disease Control defines autism as "a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication, and behavioral challenges." Some basic things to know about autism 1. Autism isn't linear Autistic people aren't "more" or "less" autistic. These kinds of labels, such as "low" and "high functioning," can actually harm autistic people because it ignores the fact that autistic people's characteristics and skills can fluctuate — even within the same day, says Lydia X.Z. Brown, an autistic attorney. This kind of dismissal can make it hard for autistic people to get the support they need.
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