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Can autistic people have some of the same characteristics as someone with ocd?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Repetitive behaviors and focus on particular issues.

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 6/8/2013

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