Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically manifests in the first three years of life.
It causes impairment in three main areas often referred to as
ABOUT AUTISM
TRIAD OF IMPAIRMENTS
Other charateristics often associated with autism are:
- Engagement in repetitive activities and stereo type movements.
- Resistance to environmental change or changes in daily routines.
- Unusual responses to sensory experiences
The term AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) reflects the fact that no two people with ASD are alike
ISLETS OF ABILITY
Many persons with Autism have completed their formal education and are gainfully employed or are successful artists, musicians, poets, writers and scientists. Persons with autism like Temple Grandin, Donna williams, Tito Rajarishi Mukopadhyay and Krishna Narayan have given us intriguing insights into the world of Autism through their writings and work.
AUTISM - COMORBIDITIES
PREVALENCE
The prevalence of Autism is rising and Autism has turned out to be one of the most prevalent among childhood disorders. Center for Disease Control [CDC, USA] puts the rate at 1 out of 68.
MALE:FEMALE RATIO IS 5:1
CAUSES OF AUTISM
The cause of autism is still unknown and there is no known cure.
