(clinical psychology) A pervasive neurological condition that is observable in early childhood and persists throughout the lifespan, characterised by atypical communication, language development, eye contact, and sensory experiences.

plural of autism

(chiefly slang, sometimes offensive) Synonym of autistic.

The range of conditions classified as pervasive developmental disorders, generally held to include autistic disorder, Asperger syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder - not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). Also includes childhood disintegrative disorder and Rett syndrome.

An autism spectrum disorder that does not meet the diagnostic criteria for either autism proper or Asperger's syndrome.

(psychology, pathology) A disorder involving any of a range of psychological conditions, all characterized by abnormal social interaction and communication, restricted interests, highly repetitive behaviour, and eccentricity.

plural of autism spectrum disorder

(psychiatry) A term applied to people with autism who are deemed to be cognitively "higher functioning" (with an IQ of 70 or greater) than other people with autism.

(psychiatry) A form of autism associated with lesser cognitive ability (an IQ of 70 or lower).

The domain or sphere of autistic people; a notional place representing autism.