Autism Spectrum Disorders
Did you know?
- One in 150 children has an autism spectrum disorder
- It is 4 times more prevalent in boys than in girls
- Growth comparison during 1990:
- U.S. population increase: 13%
- Disabilities increase: 16%
- Autism increase: 172%
- The cost of lifelong care can be reduced by 2/3 with early diagnosis and intervention
- Autism is the fastest growing disability
(Source: Autism Society of America)
Explore areas of this website to learn more about research based interventions and strategies for working with students with autism.
