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Facts About Autism

- Autism is a developmental disability, which usually begins before 3 years of age and is a life-long disability.
- The incidence of autism is approximately 1 out of every
150 births.
- People with autism have a normal life span.
- Autism is 4-5 times more prevalent in males than in females.
- Presently, there is no cure for autism. However, there are various treatment options to ameliorate the symptoms.
- Presently, there is no known single cause for autism. However, autism is not caused environmentally by a child's upbringing.
- Research indicates that people with autism learn best through a structured environment.
- Autism occurs in all countries and within all socioeconomic classes.
- Research indicates that the earlier the intervention, the better for people with autism.
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CIR Meeting, 10am Neptune
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CIR Meeting, 10am Neptune
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Aberdeen GH Sfty Inspect
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