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Childhood Mental Health: Autism
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Description
Autism - Autistic Disorder :
A disorder beginning in childhood. It is marked by the
presence of markedly abnormal or impaired development in social interaction
and communication and a markedly restricted repertoire of activity and interest.
Manifestations of the disorder vary greatly depending on the developmental
level and chronological age of the individual. (DSM-IV)
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Child Development Disorders, Pervasive : Severe distortions in the development
of many basic psychological functions that are not normal for any stage
in development. These distortions are manifested in sustained social impairment,
speech abnormalities, and peculiar motor movements. [1]
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