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  2. Diagnosis of autism - Wikipedia

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    Lack of access to appropriate medical care, broadening diagnostic criteria and increased awareness surrounding ASD in recent years has resulted in an increased number of individuals receiving a diagnosis of ASD as adults. Diagnosis of ASD in adults poses unique challenges because it still relies on an accurate developmental history and because ...

  3. 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]

  4. Special interest (autism) - Wikipedia

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    Engaging in special interests can bring autistic people great joy [24] [25] and many autistic people spend large amounts of time engaged in their special interest. [26] In adults, engaging with special interests has been shown to have positive outcomes for mental health, [27] self-esteem, [28] and can be used to manage stress.

  5. Adults with autism say they always felt 'different' growing ...

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    For many adults with autism, finally getting a diagnosis is a relief. (Photos, left to right, courtesy of Sarah Nannery, Gavin Bollard, Rebecca Dingwell/Snickerdoodle Photography and Morgan Harper ...

  6. For adults, autism diagnosis can unlock a new life - AOL

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    An adult autism diagnosis is an identity builder, minting new members of a growing community and creating a sense of belonging for those grappling with loneliness. For adults, autism diagnosis can ...

  7. Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule - Wikipedia

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    assess autism in children, adolescents, and adults The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule ( ADOS ) is a standardized diagnostic test for assessing autism spectrum disorder . The protocol consists of a series of structured and semi-structured tasks that involve social interaction between the examiner and the person under assessment.

  8. One of these conditions is autism, otherwise known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... Here Are 10 Signs of Autism in Adults, According to Experts

  9. Prognosis of autism - Wikipedia

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    Most parents report that the onset of autism features appear within the first or second year of life. [11] [12] This course of development is fairly gradual, in that parents typically report concerns in development over the first two years of life and diagnosis can be made around 3–4 years of age. [9]