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Two autistic girls playing with wooden dinosaur toys during an ABA therapy session in Maryland.
Autism in Maryland: What’s Really Going On? The Numbers Game Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is becoming more common in Maryland. Recent stats show about 1 in 54 kids here have ASD, mirroring national trends. This rise isn’t just numbers; it’s about more people recognizing and diagn...
An RBT facing students with autism in a bright classroom during an ABA therapy session in Maryland.
Autism Support Organizations in Maryland Maryland’s got some top-notch groups dedicated to helping folks with autism and their families. These organizations offer crucial resources, advocacy, and community support. Here’s a rundown of some of the big players in the state. Community Services ...
A child with autism playing joyfully with autumn leaves alone in an outdoor park in Maryland.
Autism Rates in Maryland What’s Going On with Autism in Maryland? Autism rates in Maryland have been on the rise. According to the ADDM network’s 2020 data, released by the CDC in May 2023, Maryland has the lowest autism rates among the studied sites, with 1 in 43 kids diagnosed with Aut...
A smiling child with autism playing with wooden toys at a table in a bright room in Maryland.
Autism in Maryland: What You Need to Know The Numbers Getting a handle on autism rates is key for families and professionals dealing with autism services in Maryland. The CDC says about 1 in 36 kids in the U.S. has autism. But in Maryland, it’s a bit more common, with 1 in 50 kids diagnosed [&...
Autistic children smiling while excitedly showing their artwork in an autism school in Maryland.
Autism in Maryland: What You Need to Know If you’re a parent or educator in Maryland, understanding autism rates and resources is key to helping kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) thrive. Maryland offers a variety of support services and schools to meet these kids’ needs. Special E...
An autistic child playing with his toys in a room alone
Elopement is a term used to describe when an individual with autism leaves a designated safe area, often without supervision or permission. It is a serious safety concern that can pose significant risks, particularly for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). For parents and caregivers, manag...
A kid with autism holding his painted hand up his eye
Autistic masking refers to the practice of concealing or suppressing one’s natural behaviors, traits, and emotions to fit into societal expectations. This coping mechanism, often learned at a young age, is a response to societal pressures to conform to social norms. While masking can help indi...
A girl with autism study on a table holding a green ruler in front of her face
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that affects individuals in different ways, with varying degrees of severity and a wide range of abilities. Among the many presentations of autism, high IQ autism stands out as a unique category. Individuals with high IQ autism may ...
A boy with autism playing with a wooden toy
Chromosomal Abnormalities in Autism Research shows that specific chromosomal abnormalities are often linked with autism. This section will cover two primary areas of concern: aberrations involving Chromosome 15 and anomalies related to sex chromosomes. Chromosome 15 Aberrations Abnormalities found o...