A very brief yet to-the-point description of High Functioning autism from www.answers-about-autism.info .
High Functioning Autism (HFA) is the name of the condition of individuals who display some of the symptoms of autism, but who are also able to function at a level close to, or above the normal level in society. High Functioning Autism is sometimes also known as Asperger syndrome. In layman terms, those who are affected by High Functioning Autism may be labeled as being "eccentrics", "nerd", "geeks", or termed a "little professor".
The term Asperger Syndrome is sometimes used in the same sense as High Functioning Autism, but the exact difference between Autism, Asperger Syndrome, and High Functioning Autism will vary. There is a wide range of deficiencies, as well as talents found in High Functioning Autism, the precise configuration of which can vary widely between individuals.
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