Autism, or Autistic Behavior Disorder (ASD), refers to a wide range of characteristics characterized by problems with social skills, repetitive behavior, speech and non-verbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects about 1 in 54 children in today’s states.
We know that there are several subtypes of autism that are most affected by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Autism is a disorder, and every person with autism has its strengths and challenges. The ways in which people with autism learn, think and solve problems can range from highly skilled to serious. Some people with autism may need significant support in their daily lives, while others may need less support and in some cases, live entirely independently.
Several factors can affect the development of autism, and it is often accompanied by sensory sensitivity and medical problems such as gastrointestinal disorders (GIT), seizures or sleep disorders, as well as mental problems such as anxiety, depression and attention deficit syndrome.
Symptoms of autism usually appear between the ages of 2 and 3. Some developmental delays associated with autism may appear even earlier and can often be diagnosed as early as 18 months. Studies show that early intervention leads to positive results later in life for people with autism.
In 2013, the American Psychiatric Association merged four distinct autism diagnoses into one umbrella diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). They included autistic disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) and Asperger syndrome.
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Early intervention can change a life.
Research has shown that high-quality early intervention can improve learning, communication and social skills, and stimulate brain development.
