NALT

Preferred term

autism

Topic

A disorder beginning in childhood. It is marked by the presence of markedly abnormal or impaired development in social interaction and communication and a markedly restricted repertoire of activity and interest. Manifestations of the disorder vary greatly depending on the developmental level and chronological age of the individual.

behavior disorders

autistic disorder
Kanner's syndrome

Field 001 in MARC Authority Format

63638

Spanish

autismo

URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/246196

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Created 3/30/15, last modified 11/16/15