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Autistic Spectrum Disorders

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Autistic Spectrum Disorders

Page Last updated 14-12-2010

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What is Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are the result of a neurological disorder that has an effect on normal brain function, affecting the development of a person’s communication and social interaction skills. ASDs are experienced on a spectrum comprising of the following conditions :