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Cannabis and autism… signals a significant shift in how the federal government views the substance and could have major implications for the autism and autistic communities. Autism and cannabis to manage National data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration shows that …
I Am Autism… Since our founding, we have worked hard to accurately portray the wide range of experiences one may have with autism, and unfortunately, sometimes we have missed the mark. There are things we did years ago, that due to our deeper understanding of autism today, we would never consider doing now and for that, we apologize. The I Am Autism video is in no way reflective of …
Autism screening… There is no medical autism test, like a blood test, to diagnose autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Instead, experienced medical professionals examine a person’s developmental history and …
Signs of autism… One of the most important things you can do as a parent or caregiver is to learn the early signs of autism and become familiar with the developmental milestones that your child should be reaching. The list below gives some examples of common types of behaviors you might see in children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Not all autistic children will have all these behaviors, but most will have several of … of these behaviors. But for those with ASD, these behaviors can be disruptive or challenging to daily life. Signs of autism in babies By 6 months Few or no big smiles or other warm, joyful and engaging expressions Limited or no eye contact …
Autism symptoms… What are the symptoms of autism? The two core autism symptoms are: Challenges with social communication and interaction skills and Restricted and repetitive behaviors …
Autism diagnosis… Are you seeking an autism diagnosis? Whether you’re looking for information about the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), navigating the process of getting an autism diagnosis for your child, or exploring the steps …
Autism therapy and intervention… Every child or adult with autism has unique strengths and challenges, so there is no one size fits all approach to autism treatment and intervention. Many people with autism have additional medical conditions such as sleep disturbance, …
Autism statistics and facts… Autism Prevalence Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2023) 1 in 36 children in the U.S. have autism, up from the previous rate of 1 in 44. 1 in 45 adults in the U.S. have autism In the U.S., about 4 in 100 boys and 1 …
What causes autism?… There are many causes of autism. Research suggests that autism spectrum disorder (ASD) develops from a combination of: Genetic influences and Environmental influences, including …
Autism Speaks controversy… Today, misconceptions around autism threaten access to vital information, resources and support that autistic people and their families need . While we recognize that autism is incredibly complex and manifests itself differently for people across the spectrum, we also recognize that Autism …