How can I learn more about Autism?
Autism, a spectrum disorder, is a complex developmental disability that affects
nearly 1.5 million Americans. The Autism
Society of America has a very informative
web page that defines Autism.
How is autism diagnosed?
There is no medical test to diagnose Autism. Instead, professionals use a diagnostic
checklist to determine whether a child has Autism. Individuals are tested
on social interaction, communication, and behavior and are diagnosed with
Autism when a specified number of criteria are met. For detailed information
about diagnosing
Autism, visit the Autism
and PDD Support Network .
How do you know if your child has Autism?
Autism is a broad spectrum of disorders that range from mild to severe and
can be difficult to diagnose. Visit the Autism and PDD Suport Network web
page, Autism Symptom
Checklist, to learn more about Autism symptoms,
assessments, evaluations, and tests.
How do you treat Autism?
There are a wide range of treatments and approaches for Autism. Speech therapy,
music therapy, and drug treatment are a few options. To learn more about
the different treatments, visit the Autism
and PDD Support Network’s
Treatment Page.
How can I find a local chapter of the Autism Society of America?
Visit their
website and click on your state to see your local chapter.
