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Understanding the spectrum of the spectrum … journey with autism, noting often that no two experiences are the same. For autistic people, their families, friends and caregivers, an autism diagnosis can mean many things. This is why the word spectrum is so closely linked to autism – … a person’s abilities, challenges and needs to fluctuate as they mature and navigate life transitions. For example, a child who is non-speaking in early childhood may eventually develop language. An adolescent who engages in self-injurious … programs are not accessible to all members of our community.  In 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that for the first time, autism was diagnosed more frequently in Black and Hispanic children than in white …