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  2. Outline of autism - Wikipedia

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    Autism Speaks – the world's largest autism advocacy organization that sponsors autism research and conducts awareness and outreach activities aimed at families, governments, and the public; some have argued that it is exploitative and unkind. Gluten-free, casein-free diet – diet that eliminates dietary intake of gluten and casein.

  3. Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland - Wikipedia

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    According to the Irish Examiner, the charity commences training of the dogs when they are puppies, which are then sent to a foster family for further practice, and are later matched with a family which has an autistic child. [5] [6] It receives no State funding. [7] In 2015, AADI lobbied for recognition of autism assistance dogs in Irish law.

  4. Societal and cultural aspects of autism - Wikipedia

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    Societal and cultural aspects of autism or sociology of autism [1] come into play with recognition of autism, approaches to its support services and therapies, and how autism affects the definition of personhood. [2] The autistic community is divided primarily into two camps; the autism rights movement and the pathology paradigm.

  5. Autism - Wikipedia

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    Autism spectrum disorder [a] (ASD), or simply autism, is a neurodevelopmental disorder "characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts" and "restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities". [11] Sensory abnormalities are also included in the diagnostic manuals ...

  6. Discrimination against autistic people - Wikipedia

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    It is noted that in many countries autism is not a disability protected by anti-discrimination employment laws, and this is due to many corporations lobbying against it. [6] Autistic adults are also more likely to face healthcare disparities, such as being unvaccinated against common diseases like tetanus and being more likely to use emergency ...

  7. Autism Act (Northern Ireland) 2011 - Wikipedia

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    In 2002, the Department of Education published guidance for teachers regarding autistic spectrum disorders, [1] and an evaluation of the provision of services for autistic children in Northern Ireland. [2] In 2007, the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency published a review of early intervention provision for autism. It recommended a ...

  8. Classic autism - Wikipedia

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    Classic autism, also known as childhood autism, autistic disorder, or Kanner's syndrome, is a formerly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder first described by Leo Kanner in 1943. It is characterized by atypical and impaired development in social interaction and communication as well as restricted, repetitive behaviors, activities, and interests.

  9. Diagnosis of autism - Wikipedia

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    In the UK the National Autism Plan for Children recommends at most 30 weeks from first concern to completed diagnosis and assessment, though few cases are handled that quickly in practice. [6] Lack of access to appropriate medical care, broadening diagnostic criteria and increased awareness surrounding ASD in recent years has resulted in an ...