Maine Revised Statutes Title 34-B Sec. 6002 – Autism spectrum disorder and autism defined
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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).]
Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 34-B Sec. 6002
- Adult: means a person who has attained the age of 18 years. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 1 Sec. 72
- Department: means the Department of Health and Human Services. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 34-B Sec. 1001
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).