Social Skills & Autism
Individuals on the autism spectrum vary in their cognitive ability, but all have a social skills impairment. Autistic individuals impaired social skills include social interactions, difficulty with nonverbal communication, and the establishment and maintenance of relationships. Early intervention strategies can increase an individual's social skills and awareness.
The lack of appropriate social skills may be caused by:
According to the DSM-V, deficits in social communication and interaction are manifested in three symptoms:
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