Co-occurring (Co-occurring Conditions)

What it means

Conditions that frequently appear alongside autism — anxiety, ADHD, OCD, epilepsy, sleep issues, gastrointestinal issues, and others.

Term details

Category: concept

Regional use: general

Last source check: July 28, 2026

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