What is autism spectrum disorder?
The classifications made are in constant modification, and the information in various sources often indicates classic autism. However, there is a whole host of disorders with different severities that are included in what are called ASDs. Autism is a group of disorders characterized by severe developmental deficiency, which is a permanent and profound deficiency, that affects socialization, communication, imagination and behavior, among others. The incidence is about 60 cases per 10,000 children.
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are framed within neurodevelopmental disorders and are characterized by changes related to communication and social interaction, as well as by presenting fixed interests and repetitive behaviors. A few years ago a distinction was made between different types of autism, but now we tend to consider it as a whole and differentiate it according to its severity and the skills that affect it.