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ADHD and Autism

Mslovinglife
How is ADHD and Autism Different and how can one be diagnosed improperly? I have a 7 year old son who has been being treated for ADHD now they think its PDD Autism. I need help understanding the difference and why his diagnoses has been changed?
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we have an excellant ADHD and ADD forum go back to the forum's page they will have some answers for you ther is also an expert /doctor child behavior forum .Good luck
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