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The document discusses the history and symptoms of autism. It notes that the term "autism" was originally used in 1911 to refer to adult schizophrenia, but was later described in 1943 by Dr. Leo Kanner to refer to behaviors observed in children. Throughout the 1940s-1960s, autism was often misdiagnosed as schizophrenia in children. The document outlines some genetic disorders like Fragile X syndrome that increase the risk of autism, and that autism affects males more than females. It provides a list of common symptoms in social interaction, communication, and restricted behaviors. The document concludes with some treatment approaches like prompting specific behaviors and providing immediate praise and rewards.