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This article describes the changes made to the DSM-5 criteria, with specific attention to the social communication and social interaction challenges described for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). An explanation of the broader impact of social impairment on social cognition is emphasized and implications for addressing the social cognition and social communication challenges in children with ASD are highlighted.
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