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National Autism Awareness Month

National Autism Awareness Month


Over one million people in the US have a form of autism or a developmental disorder. It affects communication, behavior and social interaction. Parents usually notice signs in the first 2 years of the child's life. Unfortunately there is still no or cure for autism although there have been great strides in improving the quality of life.

March 2008
Sources: Health Day, American Dietetic Association

 

Feature Stories

Autism Advocate Focuses on Treatment-Guided Research

Advocating for Autism -- Inside and Outside the Beltway

New Early Identification Campaign Begins this April

Related Information

Help Guide

Web MD

Effective Education for Autism

Related Resources

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Autism Speaks

National Institute of Mental Health

 

 

 



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