The core feature of ASD is persistent difficulty in social interaction and communication, as well as restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior.

Hyperactivity is not a core symptom of ASD, although it can be a co-occurring condition.

ASD is usually diagnosed between the ages of 2 and 5, when symptoms become more apparent.

Parallel play is not a repetitive behavior typically associated with ASD. It is a type of play where children play alongside each other but not interactively.

Social blindness is the term used to describe the difficulty in understanding social cues and nonverbal communication in individuals with ASD.

Difficulty with balance and coordination is not a common sensory processing difficulty in ASD.

Special interest is the term used to describe the intense focus on a particular topic or activity in individuals with ASD.

Depression is not a common co-occurring condition with ASD, although it can occur in some individuals.

The primary goal of early intervention for ASD is to improve social skills and communication abilities.

Medication is not a common treatment approach for ASD, although it may be used to manage co-occurring conditions.

Savant syndrome is the term used to describe the ability of individuals with ASD to excel in certain areas, such as mathematics or music.

Legal problems are not a common challenge faced by adults with ASD.

Stimming is the term used to describe the movement of objects or body parts in a repetitive and stereotyped manner in individuals with ASD.

Creativity is not a common characteristic of individuals with ASD.

Alexithymia is the term used to describe the difficulty in understanding and expressing emotions in individuals with ASD.