What Is Autism? In humans, autism is defined as a condition that impacts the nervous system, and symptoms and signs can vary, but range from having difficulty being in social situations, having communication issues, or exhibiting obsessive interests and repetitive behaviors. Also, people diagnosed with autism may be incapable of processing emotions and non-verbal cues. Dogs can also exhibit similar behaviors, but in veterinary medicine, this is referred to as “canine dysfunctional behavior,” rather than…