§6002. Autism spectrum disorder and autism defined
1.
Generally.
"Autism spectrum disorder" or "autism" means a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms that typically present in the early developmental period and result in clinically significant impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of functioning, including:
A.
Deficits in social communication and social interaction; and
[PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (NEW).]
B.
Restricted repetitive behaviors, interests and activities.
[PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (NEW).]
[PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (RPR).]
2.
Adult with autism spectrum disorder; adult with autism.
"Adult with autism spectrum disorder" or "adult with autism" means an adult who has received a diagnosis that meets the diagnostic criteria of autism spectrum disorder, as set forth in department rules.
A.
[PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (RP).]
B.
[PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (RP).]
[PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (RPR).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 824, §U (NEW). PL 2007, c. 309, §1 (RPR). PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (RPR).