high-functioning autism

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Noun

high-functioning autism (uncountable)

1. (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

• Asperger's syndrome