Autism Spectrum Disorder, often called Autism or ASD, is a neurological condition that affects how people communicate, interact, process information, and experience the world around them. It is called a “spectrum” because autism presents differently in every individual. Some autistic people may need significant support in daily life, while others live independently and thrive in careers, relationships, and creative work.
Autism is not an illness that needs to be “fixed.” It is a different way of thinking and processing the world. Many autistic individuals have strengths such as deep focus, honesty, creativity, pattern recognition, and strong attention to detail.
Signs of autism can appear early in childhood, including delayed speech, sensitivity to sounds or textures, repetitive behaviors, difficulty with social interaction, or intense interests in specific topics. In adults, autism may show up as social exhaustion, masking behaviors, sensory overload, or difficulty adapting to sudden changes.
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