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  "textContent": "Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by differences in behavior, social interactions, communication, and sensory perceptions. Some autistic individuals find communicating and connecting with others more challenging than others, yet how these differences in social functioning emerge remains poorly understood.",
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