Autism

Autism Spectrum Conditions

Often preferred term to refer to autism.

Triad of Impairment

Includes social interaction, communication, and imagination/rigidity/obsessions in autism.

DSM-5

Autism Spectrum Disorder:Diagnostic criteria for autism, including social communication, interaction, and repetitive behaviors.

Alexithymia

Difficulty in identifying and describing feelings, common in autism.

Weak Central Coherence Theory

Tendency in autism to focus on details rather than the big picture.

Masking

Strategy to hide autistic differences, leading to stress and mental health issues.

Savant

Individuals with exceptional skills in specific areas, often seen in autism.

Mental Health

Common challenges like anxiety and depression in autistic adults.

Double Empathy Problem

Difficulty in mutual understanding between autistic and neurotypical individuals.