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Autism is still called autism once a child reaches adulthood. Mild cases may be named something else, although closely related to autism, such as Aspergers. Some autistic patients are not diagnosed until they reach adulthood.

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Q: Do children who are diagnosed with autism grow up to be adults with autism or is it then called or considered something else?
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