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Autism

Autism Meaning & Definition
Autism Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Autism?

[n] (psychiatry) an abnormal absorption with the self; marked by communication disorders and short attention span and inability to treat others as people

Synonyms | Synonyms for Autism:

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See Also | infantile autism | syndrome

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