Q2. Is there more than one type of autism?

A2. Yes, there are several types of autism which include mild autism, Asperger’s Syndrome and Rett’s Syndrome.

The correct term is autistic spectrum disorder as people with this condition share many of the same symptoms but display these in different ways.

The type of autism you have depends upon where you are on the spectrum. If you have only a few symptoms and can function in a normal way then you are at the mild end of the autism spectrum.

But someone with severe social and communication problems who also has learning difficulties is at the severe end of the spectrum.

Find out more about these in our autism spectrum disorders section.

Autism FAQs:

Autism FAQs

• Q1. What is autism?
• Q2. Is there more than one type of autism?
• Q3. Why are there more children with autism than adults?
• Q4. What causes autism?
• Q5. What are the symptoms of autism?
• Q6. How do you diagnose autism?
• Q7. How common is autism?
• Q8. Why are there more boys with autism compared to girls?

• Q9. Can you cure autism?
• Q10. How do you treat autism?
• Q11. What is 'SPELL?'
• Q12. What is 'TEACCH?'
• Q13. How do parents cope with autism?
• Q14. How does an autistic adult manage their condition?
• Q15. Do autistic people have other medical conditions?