Currently, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that encompasses a wide range of symptoms, including differences in social interaction, rigid and repetitive behaviors, and sensory-based motor impairments. Some autistic people do not smile or engage in verbal interactions well until they are six months old, and by nine months, they are not using words or engaging in social interaction at all. A child with ASD does not understand non-verbal communication, either, and can appear disinterested in social situations. Researchers have determined that certain genetic factors are associated with…
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