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Autism spectrum disorder

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Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

Think Local Act Personal

A condition that someone is born with that affects their ability to communicate and interact with the world around them. It is also called autism, and covers a wide range of symptoms. It affects people in different ways, and some individuals need much more help and support than others.

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