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autism

autism Autism is a developmental disorder marked by major difficulties in social interaction and communication, along with repetitive or stereotyped behaviors and activities.

Autism is a developmental disorder marked by major difficulties in social interaction and communication, along with repetitive or stereotyped behaviors and activities. Delays in social interaction and language appear before age 3.

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