Autism

What Do You Know About Autism?

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the clinical term for autism, is defined by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), as, “a group of complex neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by repetitive and characteristic patterns of behavior and difficulties with social communication and interaction.” The National Autism Association lists some of the signs of ASD as: “social impairments, cognitive …

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April is National Autism Awareness Month What do you Know About Autism?

The Autism Society has been observing National Autism Awareness Month since 1970. The purpose of this national campaign has been to educate the public about autism. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the clinical term for autism, is defined by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), as, “a group of complex neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by repetitive and …

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