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Characteristics of Autism “Autism spectrum disorder” is an umbrella term that includes several diagnoses falling under the category of autism. They include autism, high-functioning autism (HFA), pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), pervasive developmental disorder—not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), and Asperger syndrome. All of these diagnoses involve the same basic neurological challenges, but to different degrees. Children with Asperger syndrome, PDD-NOS, or HFA are labeled “higher functioning.” They are verbal and are more likely to attend public schools and achieve some level of independence as adults. Possible Indicators of Autism Spectrum Disorders
Some Other Indicators
Source: Strock, Margaret. Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders). NIH Publication No. NIH-04-5511. National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Bethesda, MD, 2004. 40 pp. Program Information | Characteristics of Autism | Screening Questions | Effective Intervention | Resources Kentucky residents may purchase videotapes of About Autism and other Kids’ Health Specials from KET. Call or e-mail KET Tape Duplication, (800) 945-9167 or . |
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