Over the past century, the definition of autism and the array of disorders it encompasses has not only changed but also been subject to gross misunderstanding. Let’s take a look at a short history of autism, as well as current diagnosis rates and information.
Source: Masters-in-Special-Education.com
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“Lack of affective contact, fascination with objects, desire for sameness”. That’s not autism, that’s modern man.