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What is Autism?
"Autism is a disability related to mental development that typically appears during the first three years of life. It is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain."
-AutismSociety.org
Find out about the different types
Autism is on a spectrum because there is a wide variety in the type and severity that a person experiences. Although this disorder can be lifelong, there are treatments that can significantly improve symptoms.
childhood autism
It affects social interaction, verbal and body language, with very repetitive actions.
Asperger syndrome
It affects the ability to interpret the emotional states of others.
Syndrome of
Rett
It causes serious delays in the process of language acquisition and motor coordination.
Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
It causes an onset of a sudden and chronic process of profound regression and behavioral disintegration.
Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified
It causes communication, socialization and behavior difficulties.
The Importance of Spreading Knowledge About Autism
"Most of the public, including many professionals in the medical, educational, and vocational disciplines, are still unaware of how autism affects people, and they don't know how to work effectively with individuals with autism. Making a proper diagnosis is difficult." for the practicing clinician with limited training or exposure to autism, as characteristics of autism vary widely Brief observation in a single setting cannot present a true picture of an individual's abilities and behavior patterns At first glance At first glance, it may appear that the person with autism has an intellectual developmental disorder, a learning disability, or hearing problems.However, it is important to distinguish autism from other conditions, as an accurate diagnosis can provide the basis for building appropriate programs. and effective education and treatment."
–autism-society.org
“Autism and its associated behaviors may occur in 1 in 59 individuals. Autism is four times more common in boys than girls and knows no racial, ethnic, and social boundaries. The economic income, the way of life and the educational levels of the family do not affect the possibility of these cases occurring. It is conservatively estimated that currently about 1,500,000 people in the United States suffer from some form or another of autism."
–autism-society.org
"All statistics suggest that in 2025 we will have more than 20 million people with this condition in the world, of which more than 40% will be adults who have already lost their immediate family such as parents, guardians, siblings, etc. , which will be overwhelming in our daily lives and our economy."
Other data
"There are no directed and approved initiatives to prepare the Autistic population with the proper tools for an independent life and skills for a future job."
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To do?
What can you do when a family member is diagnosed with Autism? Check our Resources section to find out about all the options and help you can get.
