Seamus is very talented at drawing. Although his speech is close to normal, he tends to shy away from other children and is awkward when trying to relate to others. Which diagnosis would fit Seamus's behavior?

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Seamus's behavior fits the criteria for autism spectrum disorder without language or intellectual impairment, as he shies away from others and has difficulty with social interaction, but his speech is close to normal and he has artistic talent, which could also be a common trait in individuals on the autism spectrum. Compulsive disorder, dyslexia, and ADHD do not fit Seamus's behavior as well as autism spectrum disorder.

Seamus Is Very Talented at Drawing