Difference between Profound Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Difference between Profound Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is like a big umbrella that covers many different types of autism. Profound autism is one part of this spectrum, but it's at the most severe end.
People with ASD can have a wide range of abilities. Some might have trouble in social situations but can speak well and live independently. Others might need more help but can still do many things independently.
Profound autism is different because people with profound autism need help with almost everything they do, they usually can't speak or can only say a few words, their IQ is very low, usually below 50, they often have behaviors that can be dangerous, like hurting themselves, and they need constant care and support throughout their lives.
So, while all people with profound autism have ASD, not all people with ASD have profound autism. It's like saying all squares are rectangles, but not all rectangles are squares.