# Autism Spectrum Disorders In-Depth

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> **[Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) In-Depth | Psych Central](https://psychcentral.com/autism/autism-spectrum-disorder-asd-in-depth/)**
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> Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a group of developmental brain disorders characterized by difficulties with communication, social interactions, and repetitive behaviors. "Spectrum" refers to the

  
The autism spectrum disorders are more common in children and teens than are some better known disorders such as diabetes, spinal bifida, or Down syndrome. A recent study of a… ![](https://imgt.psychcentral.com/piwik.php?idsite=104&rec=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Flib%2Fautism-spectrum-disorders-in-depth%2F&action_name=Autism+Spectrum+Disorders+In-Depth&urlref=https%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Flib%2Ffeed%2F)