| High-functioning autism is a fairly new term. However, it’s not an official medical diagnosis and many are still unsure whether it serves as a way to describe a specific group of autism — namely those who can handle everyday tasks with limited or no assistance. In general, autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects your ability to navigate social interactions and communication. Because autistic people’s ability to independently manage life skills varies considerably, autism is viewed as a spectrum and is referred to as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There are three levels within ASD and what is considered “high-functioning” would fall in the level one category. High-functioning autism means that a person is able to read, write, speak, and handle daily tasks, such as eating and getting dressed independently. Despite having symptoms of autism, their behavior doesn’t interfere too much with their work, school, or, relationships. |
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