autism spectrum
noun/ˈɔːtɪzəm spektrəm/
/ˈɔːtɪzəm spektrəm/
(also autistic spectrum
[singular]/ɔːˌtɪstɪk ˈspektrəm/
/ɔːˌtɪstɪk ˈspektrəm/
)- a range of conditions affecting brain development that can be severe or mild. People on the autism spectrum can find it difficult to communicate and form relationships, and may show repeated or limited patterns of thought and behaviour.
- The writer was herself on the autism spectrum.
- Their three children are all on the autistic spectrum.
- She has some special needs such as sensory sensitivities that suggest the autism spectrum.
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autism spectrum