What is on the other end of 'the autism spectrum' from autism?

The question implies that autism is a thing at the end of the spectrum. Not unlike the Emerald City at the end of the yellow brick road. But it's more accurate to think of the spectrum as being the yellow brick road itself, leading all the way from the Munchkins to the Wizard. read more

The question implies that autism is a thing at the end of the spectrum. Not unlike the Emerald City at the end of the yellow brick road. But it’s more accurate to think of the spectrum as being the yellow brick road itself, leading all the way from the Munchkins to the Wizard. read more

This is on the milder end of the autism spectrum. A person with Asperger's may be very intelligent and able to handle her daily life. She may be really focused on topics that interest her and discuss them nonstop. read more

Autism spectrum disorders tend to be highly comorbid with other disorders. Comorbidity may increase with age and may worsen the course of youth with ASDs and make intervention/treatment more difficult. read more