high-functioning autism
English
Noun
high-functioning autism (uncountable)
- (psychiatry) Any form of autism associated with greater communication skills and an IQ at or above 70.
Usage notes
- The amount of overlap between HFA and Asperger syndrome is disputed.
Synonyms
- HFA (abbreviation)
See also
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