autism

Definitions

• (clinical psychology) A pervasive neurological disorder that is observable in early childhood and persists throughout the lifespan, characterised by atypical communication, language development, eye contact, and sensory experiences.
• (clinical psychology) (disorder); generalization of the specific to a range.
• (historical) A diagnosis involving a pathological tendency to engage in self-centered fantasy thinking, historically considered a symptom of insanity and/or schizophrenia.
• (internet slang) Abnormal and unhealthy focus or persistence, and unhealthy hatred of opposition or criticism.