Autism, commonly referred to as an Autism Spectrum Disorder, can be a lifelong and complex disability. Individuals with Autism are typically characterized by impaired social interaction and communication, restricted and repetitive behaviours and delays in development of play skills and imaginative play. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an umbrella term that refers to three recognised disorders; Autism, Asperger Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder- Not Otherwise Specified (commonly referred to as PDD- NOS). There will be some changes to the diagnostic … Continue reading What is Autism?