Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life. The result of a
neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain, autism and its associated behaviors have been estimated
to occur in as many as 1 in 500 individuals (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1997). Autism is four times
more prevalent in boys than girls and knows no racial, ethnic, or social boundaries.
Autism impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction and communication skills. Children
and adults with autism typically have difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interactions, and leisure
or play activities.
The disorder makes it hard for them to communicate with others and relate to the outside world. In some cases,
aggressive and/or self-injurious behavior may be present.
neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain, autism and its associated behaviors have been estimated
to occur in as many as 1 in 500 individuals (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1997). Autism is four times
more prevalent in boys than girls and knows no racial, ethnic, or social boundaries.
Autism impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction and communication skills. Children
and adults with autism typically have difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interactions, and leisure
or play activities.
The disorder makes it hard for them to communicate with others and relate to the outside world. In some cases,
aggressive and/or self-injurious behavior may be present.
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Contributors:
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MBC Global staff
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