Chapter 1: What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? · Understanding Autism Spectrum

Key Challenges in ASD

Impairments commonly faced by individuals with ASD.

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Ch 1: What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

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Key challenges

Individuals with ASD typically experience challenges in several core areas, including: • Impairment in social interaction • Differences in verbal and non-verbal communication • Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities
Key challenges in ASD
Key challenges in ASD

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