Autism
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference in how a person communicates, processes the senses, and relates to the social world. It is a spectrum, so strengths and challenges vary widely from one adult to the next, and many people are not identified until adulthood.
References
- NAMI: Autism
National Alliance on Mental Illness overview of autism
From the practice
Care at Cognia Health draws on training in both psychology and psychiatry, with longer appointments and individualized planning. Read about my approach to care or explore services .
The resources on this page are provided for educational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Please discuss any questions with your clinician.