About Autism

Autism is a neurological difference that affects how people experience and interact with the world. It is not a disease, a defect, or something that needs to be cured. Autistic people process information, communicate, and experience sensory input differently from neurotypical people.

Understanding autism starts with accurate information. These pages cover the core facts about autism from a neurodiversity perspective.

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• Characteristics List — Common autistic traits explained without pathologizing differences
• DSM-IV Criteria — Historical diagnostic criteria and how they shaped autism identification
• Neurological Differences — How autistic brains process information differently