The level of autism depends greatly on where a person lives. In areas with lower socioeconomic status, the figure is 1.7 percent; however, in areas with high socioeconomic status, it’s lower than 1.3 percent. This is likely due to multiple causes like:

• People in lower socioeconomic areas tend to be less educated and more likely to have other health issues that can cause symptoms similar to those of autism (such as lead poisoning). 
• Person who is less educated may not recognize their child’s autistic behavior or might not know how to get help for them if they did. 
• The government provides fewer resources in low-income areas than they do in higher-income ones. 

As a result, kids who need treatment often go untreated because their parents lack the knowledge or means necessary for getting it. Since most people with autism are male rather than female (4:1), men are more likely than women to be diagnosed with it.

Australia and Its Rates

Australia has a national prevalence of approximately 1.7%. But the figure varies based on area, with some territories showing a rate as low as 0.5%. While it’s true that autism prevalence is growing, the basis for this rise in Australia is not yet evident and requires further investigation.

The Situation in the U.K.

Autism is a very complex disorder that puts a severe strain on not only the family but also the whole British government. Thousands of families find themselves without the means to cope with a child affected by autism. Many end up having to rely upon their local authorities and charities to help them through the extremely difficult and worrying situation they face, or they find themselves divorced because one parent couldn’t handle it. The situation will likely continue to get worse as more studies come out confirming higher than normal rates of autism as well as funding cuts on these very same essential services.

Is Germany Doing Great?

Of all the European countries, Germany has the highest autism rate, and the number of autism diagnoses continues to grow. In simple terms, one in sixty-one kids in Germany is diagnosed with Sondersprachiger behinderter (kids with special needs). This is truly astonishing. The increase in cases coupled with the poor handling of the situation are leading to drastic circumstances; autism rates continue to rise despite the amount of money being poured into research for a cure.

To sum up, I would say that the German model is not as systematic as it could be in terms of how autism is worked with. And while their approach might prove successful in society, they do little to prepare an autistic individual for adult life; parents are afraid to send their kids out into the workforce, so the worry remains that many potential adults will stay unemployed, living at home. But since we cannot choose our kids and it would be cruel to not embrace them for being different (which would only hurt them), still, we think Germany has done a great job accommodating both its citizens and those with autism.

What Are France’s Plans?

There is no knowledge of autism in the past and still not many people understand this illness. Many parents are skeptical about their child’s diagnosis. In France,If a family has autism person, their insurance asks them to choose one of the 7 options that are proposed to them and if not selected, their autism person will not be paid in this direction. This is because the insurance companies believe that the parents of autistic people have preference for one option rather than another. Thankfully, there are associations fighting for the rights of people with autism. The French government is increasingly invested in improving the future of people with autism through early detection and proper care. The 30 point plan will be enforced over the next three years, hopefully ensuring that the future of these children is bright.

Belgium Takes Action or Not?

The results of this study are quite upsetting. They show that there is indeed an autism crisis in Belgium. For this reason, steps need to be taken immediately and soon to prevent further damage from being done to the public health-care system, especially for families with autistic children who are already sustaining a heavy financial burden due to the costs of treating their condition.

Autism FL’s Blog Expert Conclusion

Autism is an overcomeable obstacle. The projects of the associations can be an interesting starting point but they largely depend on the solidarity of people to people. If everyone unites around the general needs, we will be able to give a better future to the autistic people and their families. Autism is a disorder that begins in childhood, usually before the age of 3. There is no cure for autism, but there are many treatments which can help individuals with autism lead productive lives. As awareness grows, scientific research and drug development will continue to expand.