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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that causes a complex range of behavioural symptoms. ASD may be mild, moderate or severe.

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Asperger's syndrome

Asperger's syndrome was the former name of a developmental disability that affects how people perceive the world and interact with others.

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Neurodiversity and neurodivergence

The concept of neurodiversity describes people who experience the world differently to others. Learn more about neurodiverse conditions.

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Fragile X syndrome

Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability. It also causes physical, behavioural and emotional difficulties.

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a range of conditions caused by exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Learn more about FASD here.

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Dyspraxia

Dyspraxia (developmental coordination disorder) is a life-long, neurological condition. Read more about dyspraxia, its symptoms and treatment.

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Speech pathology

Speech pathologists help people with communication and swallowing problems. Learn more about speech pathologists, what they do and how they can help.

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Binge-eating disorder (BED)

Binge-eating disorder (BED) is a mental health issue that involves eating large amounts of food even after you feel full. Learn more about BED here.

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Hoarding disorder

Hoarding disorder is more than just collecting; it involves persistent difficulty and distress in getting rid of things, leading to chaos and clutter.

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Tuberous sclerosis

Tuberous sclerosis is a rare genetic disease that may affect many parts of your body, behaviour and thinking. There’s no cure, but it can be treated.

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