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Mild autism is an unofficial term that may refer to the diagnosis of level 1autism.
Characteristics of Mild Autism
The DSM-5-TR details five diagnostic criteria forAutism Spectrum Disorder.
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However, psychologists struggled with differentiating autism and Aspergers Syndrome.
The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) still recognizes Aspergers Syndrome as a diagnosis.
His research around autism aimed to identify which children were high functioning enough to be useful.
What Makes Autism Mild?
The DSM-5-TR does not specify how sensory issues impact Level 1 autistic individuals.
During times of high stress, an autistic person might need more support than during low-stress times.
Autistic burnout refers to when an autistic persons support needs increase due to exhaustion and long-term stress.
Diagnosing Mild Autism
Manypsychological testscreated to identify autism are specifically designed for children and teens.
Autistic people are born autistic and remain autistic for their entire lives.
Many autistic individuals benefit from support from their autistic peers.
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