Aug 4, 2025 · The term “high-functioning autism” is an informal, non-medical label some people use to describe people with autism spectrum disorder who live independently.

High-functioning autism (HFA) was historically an autism classification to describe a person who exhibited no intellectual disability but otherwise showed autistic traits, such as difficulty in …

Oct 21, 2024 · “High-functioning autism” isn’t a medical diagnosis. It’s an informal term laypeople use to describe what the DSM-5 currently calls “level one autism spectrum disorder.”

Discover traits and symptoms of high-functioning autism in adults. Learn how they affect daily life and how to spot signs for better support.

Mar 27, 2025 · High-functioning autism is a term sometimes used to refer to autistic people with an average-to-high IQ and low support needs. The flip side of this is low-functioning autism, …

Jul 25, 2024 · High-functioning autism is sometimes used colloquially to describe autistic people who do not need much support to function in their daily lives. It often means that a person can …

Aug 21, 2025 · Explore what High-Functioning Autism means today under the DSM-5 as Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1. Learn about traits, communication challenges, and support options …