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    Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulties in social interaction, communication, and restricted or repetitive behaviors. The signs of ASD can include lack of eye contact, lack of interest in relationships, and lack of pretend play. While the specific causes are unknown, genetic and environmental factors likely play a role. There is no cure for ASD, but early intervention, behavioral therapies, and sometimes medication can help manage symptoms. ASD is estimated to affect 1 in 68 children in the United States.

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    Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulties in social interaction, communication, and restricted or repetitive behaviors. The signs of ASD can include lack of eye contact, lack of interest in relationships, and lack of pretend play. While the specific causes are unknown, genetic and environmental factors likely play a role. There is no cure for ASD, but early intervention, behavioral therapies, and sometimes medication can help manage symptoms. ASD is estimated to affect 1 in 68 children in the United States.

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    Autism Spectrum Disorder

    By Cita Maldonado

    What is ASD?
    Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental
    disorder that affects a child's ability to
    communicate and interact with others. It is defined
    by difficulties in three areas; social deficits,
    communication problems, and repetitive or
    restricted behaviors. Spectrum refers to the wide
    range of symptoms, skills, and levels of
    impairment or disability that children with ASD can
    have.

    Early Common Signs of ASD


    Lack of or delay in spoken language
    Little or no eye contact
    Lack of interest in peer relationships
    Lack of spontaneous or make-believe play
    Persistent fixation on parts of objects
    Does not smile
    Seem to have no interest
    Dont like to be touched unless they what to

    What causes ASD?


    There is no specific reason that causes ASD but
    there are genetic and environmental factors.

    Treatment for ASD


    There is no cure for autism but dietary restrictions
    and medication can help with they symptoms. Pre
    school programs and behavioral interventions
    would also help.

    Facts
    Children who have a sibling with ASD are at a higher risk of also
    having ASD.
    ASD tends to occur more often in people who have certain
    genetic or chromosomal conditions, such as fragile X syndrome
    When taken during pregnancy, the prescription drugs valproic
    acid and thalidomide have been linked with a higher risk of ASD.
    There is some evidence that the critical period for developing
    ASD occurs before, during, and immediately after birth.
    Children born to older parents are at greater risk for having ASD.

    Diagnosis
    ASD can be difficult because there is no medical
    test, like a blood test. Doctors have to look at the
    childs behavior and development to make a
    diagnosis.

    Statistics
    1 in 68 children get diagnosed with ASD
    Prevalence in the United States is estimated at 1 in 68
    births.
    More than 3.5 million Americans live with an autism
    spectrum disorder.
    Autism services cost U.S. citizens $236-262 billion
    annually.
    It costs more than $8,600 extra per year to educate a
    student with autism.

    Sources
    http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/index.html
    http://www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/Autism/
    http://www.nami.org/Template.cfm?Section=By_Illness&Template=/Conten
    tManagement/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=66225

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