Autism Deconstruction: From Diagnostic Bins to Dimensional Subtypes

Key Points

• The aim is to reshape the understanding of autism by moving away from traditional diagnostic categories towards dimensional subtypes.
• Analyzed existing definitions and classifications of autism.
• Critically reviewed the utility of current diagnostic frameworks.
• Proposed a dimensional approach to better capture the spectrum of neurodevelopmental phenomena.
• Highlight the limitations of the current autism diagnosis framework.
• Indicate that a dimensional subtype classification may improve clinical understanding and intervention.
• Demonstrate that current definitions do not reflect the true diversity within autism.