Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction, verbal and non-verbal communication, and restricted and repetitive behavior. The diagnostic criteria require that symptoms become apparent before a child is three years old. Autism affects information processing in the brain by altering how nerve cells and their synapses connect and organize; how this occurs is not well understood. It is one of three recognized disorders in the autism spectrum, the other two being Asperger syndrome, which lacks delays in cognitive development and language, and pervasive developmental disorder, not otherwise specified, which is diagnosed when the full set of criteria for autism or Asperger syndrome are not met. Autism has a strong genetic basis, although the genetics of autism are complex and it is unclear whether ASD is explained more by rare mutations, or by rare combinations of common genetic variants. In rare cases, autism is strongly associated with agents that cause birth defects.
- Local Author Kristy High's latest Children's Book "Why is He This Way?" Autism at a Glance
- Great day for special needs "Best Buddies" at Fox Lane High School
- ACEing Autism provides a safe space for kids with autism to learn how to play tennis
- Local non-profit: Autism Mana
- 'Drastically shorten our waiting lists': New tool could help diagnose children with autism faster
- Autism Awareness & Acceptance
- Burnsville teacher accused of sending child with autism to the hospital
- 12-Year-Old Girl with Autism Writes a Series of Books About Her Journey | May 2, 2024 | News 19 at 6 p.m.
- Aceing Autism Tennis Program
- SPONSORED SEGMENT: Algonot LLC provides brain supplements that may help Autism | Suncoast View (May 2nd, 2024)
- Autism advocates stress importance of keeping kids secure
- ‘Derby and Dreams’ brings the best for Pier Center for Autism
- Living With Autism Check Presentation May 1 2024
- ‘Most impactful year yet’ Annual Walk for Autism takes place Saturday
- Autism Alliance of Northeastern New York hosts annual walk fundraiser
- Texas Autism Walk at Volente Beach in Leander