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Autism           Autism is neurological disorder that affects how people interact with others, whether that learning, communicating or behaving. A lot of time people are referred to as "on the spectrum." due to the wide range of levels and symptoms.  It affects about 1 in 36 children and 1 in 45 adults in the US. There are 3 levels of the disorder  Concurring Conditions        Many people diagnosed with Autism experience other medical conditions as well. the most common are:  Attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder, ADHD  Anxiety and depression Gastrointestinal, GI, Disorders  Seizures and sleep disorders  Different types of ASD There are various different types of Autism all having different symptoms and signs, some include:  Asperger's Syndrome: on the lower end of the spectrum and most people are able to function normally, They may be very knowledgable on certain topics and may go on and on a...