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         Key Characteristics of Autism















              Spectrum of Abilities                                                                   Early Signs and Diagnosis                                                               Intellectual Abilities







              Autistic people show a wide range                                                       Although signs may appear in early                                                      Intellectual abilities span from



              of abilities and support needs:                                                         childhood,                 diagnosis                is       often                      profound                       impairment                           to



              some live independently, while                                                          delayed. Many autistic individuals                                                      exceptionally high levels. With



              others need lifelong care. Autism                                                       experience additional conditions                                                        early,          evidence-based                         support,



              can limit educational and job                                                           such             as           epilepsy,                 anxiety,                        communication, social skills and



              opportunities, so social attitudes                                                      depression, ADHD, sleep problems,                                                       quality of life can greatly improve.



              and formal services strongly shape                                                      or self-injury.



              quality of life.
















                                                                                                     Project Number 2023-1-IT01-KA220-VET-000152721
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