What are the different types of autism spectrum disorder?

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Q: What are the different types of autism spectrum disorder?

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Autism Victoria, trading as Amaze, is a member-based not-for-profit organisation and is the peak body for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) in the state of Victoria. View profile
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are classified as a group of conditions that vary on a continuum, also referred to as the “spectrum”.

All ASDs are neurodevelopmental disorders that cause substantial impairments in social interaction and communication and are associated with unusual behaviours and interests.

There are 3 diagnostic subtypes of ASD:

* Autistic Disorder;
* Asperger's Syndrome; and
* Pervasive Developmental Disorder: Not Otherwise Specified (PDD:NOS). Reply to this post | Report
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