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Autism info
No two cases of autism are alike. The various symptoms are more or less severe in each person. What groups together those who are diagnosed with autism, or autistic spectrum disorder, are three main difficulties. All autistics have problems with socialisation, language and imagination.
What is Asperger syndrome?
Asperger syndrome is a form of autism, a condition that affects the way a person communicates and relates to others. A number of traits of autism are common to Asperger syndrome including difficulty in social relationships, difficulty in communicating, limitations in imagination and creative play.
What is autism?
People with autism are not physically disabled and 'look' just like anybody without the disability. Due to this invisible nature it can be much harder to create awareness and understanding of the condition, yet autistic spectrum disorders are estimated to touch the lives of over 500,000 families throughout the UK.
