Autism Has Always Existed. We Haven't Always Called It Autism
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The article discusses how autism has existed throughout history, but its diagnosis and understanding have evolved over time, sparking a discussion on the importance of awareness and accessibility to information.
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lordkrandel
3 months ago
1 replyLet this article rise to the top. And remove the paywall!
mindcrash
3 months ago
Paywall removed: https://archive.ph/28XCS
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