Autism Spectrum Disorder Guide: An Overview and Further Resources

May 10, 2018

Recent data monitored by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that Autism Spectrum Disorder is up 15% on average based on data collection in select states. Christina Samuels of Education Week analyzes that though there are wide disparities according to gender, race, and state, there is an undeniable rise in diagnoses presenting an “urgent public health concern that could benefit from enhanced strategies to help identify ASD earlier; to determine possible risk factors; and to address the growing behavioral, educational, residential, and occupational needs of this population.”

In light of the growing need to raise awareness on identifying children with ASD, we’re sharing this comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder Guide by Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett that provides an overview of ASD including but not limited to different types of ASD, prevalence, warning signs, tests and treatment, tips, and further resources.

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