low-functioning autism
loʊ ˈfʌŋk.ʃə.nɪŋ ˈɔː.tɪ.zəm
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Definition of low-functioning autism - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

medicalTECH.autism with severe social, communication, and daily living challengesTECH.
  • Low-functioning autism can make daily life and communication very hard.
  • Children with low-functioning autism may need constant support.
  • Low-functioning autism often requires specialized education plans.
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Expressions with low

run lowv.
near the end of a supply
We are starting to run low on fuel.
sink lowv.
move downward to a much lower position
The boat began to sink low in the water.
all-time lown.
the lowest point ever reached
The stock market hit an all-time low last week.
down lowadv.
at a low level or position
He crouched down low to avoid being seen.
in low spiritsadj.
feeling sad or discouraged
She was in low spirits after the bad news.
low and slowadv.
doing something carefully and without rushing
He approached the project low and slow for best results.

Expressions with functioning

functioning alcoholicn.
person dependent on alcohol but can still perform daily tasks
Despite being a functioning alcoholic, he never missed a day of work.
well-functioningadj.
working properly and effectively without problems
The hospital is a well-functioning facility.
high-functioningadj.
performing at a higher level than average
She is a high-functioning student in her class.

Expressions with autism

autism spectrumn.
range of neurodevelopmental conditions including autism and related disorders
Many children are diagnosed on the autism spectrum.
autism spectrum disordern.
neurodevelopmental condition affecting social interaction and communication
Children with autism spectrum disorder may struggle with social cues.
atypical autismn.
form of autism not meeting all criteria for classic autism
The doctor diagnosed the child with atypical autism.
high-functioning autismn.
autism where individuals can perform daily tasks
High-functioning autism allows individuals to live independently.
infantile autismn.
condition affecting social skills and communication
Infantile autism can be diagnosed in young children.

Terms related to low-functioning autism

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  1. French:autisme sévère, ...
  2. German:tiefgreifender Autismus, ...
  3. Italian:autismo a basso funzionamento, ...
  4. Spanish:autismo de bajo funcionamiento, ...
  5. Portuguese:autismo de baixo funcionamento, ...
  6. Chinese:低功能自闭症, ...
  7. Japanese:重度自閉症, ...
  8. Arabic:توحُّد منخفض الأداء, ...
  9. Hebrew:אוֹטִיזְם בְּתִפְקוּד נָמוּךְ, ...
  10. Russian:тяжёлый аутизм, ...
  11. Ukrainian:важкий аутизм, ...
  12. Hindi:लो-फंक्शनिंग ऑटिज़्म, ...
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