ASD (Autism spectrum disorder)
A clinical term for autism. Many people and schools prefer the term autistic or autism spectrum condition (ASC).
- Stands for
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Used in
- All four UK nations (details may differ), United States, International
- Topic
- SEND and special education
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Related terms
- Autism (Autism spectrum condition (ASC) / autism spectrum disorder (ASD)) All four UK nations (details may differ) United States International
- A lifelong developmental difference affecting how a person communicates, interacts with others and experiences the world.
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