Autism Spectrum Disorders
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a term that covers a set of developmental disabilities that can cause significant social, communication, and behavioral challenges. This spectrum includes several conditions: autistic disorder, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), and Asperger syndrome. ASD affects people in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups. It affects people in different ways and ranges from mild to severe. The signs of ASD can be seen before the age of three. Autism spectrum disorders are five times more common among boys than girls. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 1 out of every 68 children will be identified with ASD.
To learn more about autism spectrum disorders, you can click on the links below:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Autism Spectrum Disorders
Basic information about autism spectrum disorders, screening and diagnosis, treatment, statistics, research and articles. The CDC's website also has a section of free resources that can be downloaded or ordered.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Information about autism spectrum disorders including causes, common signs, symptoms, and how symptoms change over time.
Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is an organization dedicated to helping those who struggle with autism spectrum disorders. They try to raise public awareness for autism and the effects it has on individuals and their families.
To learn more about autism spectrum disorders, you can click on the links below:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Autism Spectrum Disorders
Basic information about autism spectrum disorders, screening and diagnosis, treatment, statistics, research and articles. The CDC's website also has a section of free resources that can be downloaded or ordered.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Information about autism spectrum disorders including causes, common signs, symptoms, and how symptoms change over time.
Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is an organization dedicated to helping those who struggle with autism spectrum disorders. They try to raise public awareness for autism and the effects it has on individuals and their families.