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单词 autism
释义

autism

noun

au·​tism ˈȯ-ˌti-zəm How to pronounce autism (audio)
: a variable developmental disorder that appears by age three and is characterized especially by difficulties in forming and maintaining social relationships, by impairment of the ability to communicate verbally or nonverbally, and by repetitive behavior patterns and restricted interests and activities
… the chief diagnostic signs of autism are social isolation, lack of eye contact, poor language capacity and absence of empathy … Vilayanur S. Ramachandran et al.

called also autistic disorder

see autism spectrum disorder

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Years ago, Byrne self-diagnosed himself as being on the autism spectrum. Geoff Edgers, Washington Post, 13 Sep. 2022 Gabriele Barrocas’ passion for science research and her own experience having a brother on the autism spectrum led her to create a blog called The Real Spectrum. Jennifer Shapiro-sacks, Sun Sentinel, 9 Sep. 2022 Carbon describes herself as on the autism spectrum and suffering from severe anxiety. WIRED, 3 Sep. 2022 One review of studies of interactive robots said research offers reasons to use robots with individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Stephen Singer, Hartford Courant, 28 Aug. 2022 There, an attorney on the autism spectrum uses her unique talents to help clients. Andy Meek, BGR, 28 Aug. 2022 An occupational therapist created this box of sensory toys for children with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, neurological impairments and emotional disturbances. Raena Loper, Good Housekeeping, 10 Aug. 2022 The family of a boy on the autism spectrum is suing Access Charter School, a school for kids with cognitive and social disorders in Orlando, alleging staff repeatedly abused and restrained the student. Caroline Catherman, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Aug. 2022 But that can be tougher for kids on the autism spectrum. Emily Alvarenga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

see aut-

First Known Use

1944, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

autism

noun

au·​tism ˈȯ-ˌti-zəm How to pronounce autism (audio)
: a condition that is characterized especially by problems in interacting and communicating with other people and by doing certain actions (as saying a word or rocking the body) over and over again

Medical Definition

autism

noun

au·​tism ˈȯ-ˌtiz-əm How to pronounce autism (audio)
: a developmental disorder that appears by age three and that is variable in expression but is recognized and diagnosed by impairment of the ability to form normal social relationships, by impairment of the ability to communicate with others, and by stereotyped behavior patterns especially as exhibited by a preoccupation with repetitive activities of restricted focus rather than with flexible and imaginative ones
But more than 60 years after it was first identified, autism remains mystifying and stubbornly difficult to treat. About the only thing parents, doctors and policy makers agree on is that the best chance for autistic children to develop social and language skills is to enroll them in some type of intensive behavioral therapy. Benedict Carey, The New York Times
Although the chief diagnostic signs of autism are social isolation, lack of eye contact, poor language capacity and absence of empathy, other less well known symptoms are commonly evident. Many people with autism have problems understanding metaphors, sometimes interpreting them literally. They also have difficulty miming other people's actions. Vilayanur S. Ramachandran et al., Scientific American
In approximately 10% of patients, autism can be explained by genetic syndromes and known chromosomal anomalies … Lauren A Weiss et al., The New England Journal of Medicine

called also autistic disorder

see autism spectrum disorder
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