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High-Functioning Autism (HFA)

A term previously used to describe individuals on the autism spectrum who possess average or above-average intelligence and may have fewer challenges with communication and daily living skills. The term that has replaced HFA is "low or lower-support needs".

A term previously used to describe individuals on the autism spectrum who possess average or above-average intelligence and may have fewer challenges with communication and daily living skills. The term that has replaced HFA is "low or lower-support needs".

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