Etymology

Noun

1. Bio-neurological disorder that is observable in early childhood with symptoms of abnormal self-absorption, characterised by lack of response to other humans and by limited ability or disinclination to communicate and socialize. Other symptoms include avoiding eye contact, sensory integration dysfunction, and restricted and repetitive behaviors such as stims.

See also

• autism spectrum disorders
• pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), PDD-NOS
• Asperger's syndrome
• disability, handicap
• mutism, selective mutism
• special education