RobSmith/Autism and pragmatic language

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Autism is a type of pervasive developmental disorder. It is characterized by difficulties with social interaction; difficulties with verbal communication, especially pragmatic language; difficulty processing nonverbal communication such as facial expression; intense, narrow interests; difficulty adjusting to changes in routine; and repetitive behaviors.

Other signs include lack of eye contact, delayed or unusual play skills, hypo- or hyper-sensitivity to sensory stimuli, and anxiety.[1] It is usually detected by the time a child is four years old but in some cases, autism goes unnoticed into adulthood. There are many intelligent and talented autistic individuals.[2] The term autism was first used in 1912.

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References

  1. ↑ http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/development-disorder?page=2
  2. ↑ Temple Grandin, "Thinking in Pictures, Expanded Edition: My Life with Autism" amazon link

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