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Autism

This syndrome is characterised by a triad of impairments.

  1. Difficulties with social interaction,
  2. Difficulties with verbal and non-verbal communication,
  3. A lack of imaginative play.

Autistic children also often display a restricted Range of activities and interests and obsessive tendencies.

The film Rain Man gives a Hollywood view of autism.