Autism and autistic spectrum disorders

Summary: [Pr. 1] The many faces of autism (20:52 min.): Autism includes a myriad of symptoms including impaired communication, social interactions, and repetitive behaviors which can range from mild to severe. This program describes the known pathophysiology as well as manifestations of the most common forms of the disorder. Describes in detail each of the syndromes under autism spectrum disorders or ASDs: classic autism (autism disorder), Asperger's disorder; Rett's disorder; childhood disintegrative disorder; and pervasive developmental disorder, not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). In addition, discusses the phenomenon of autistic savants.