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Three autistic kids focused on a paper craft activity at an art table during center-based ABA therapy in Maryland.
Yes, autism is more commonly diagnosed today than it was 20 years ago. In 2000, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that 1 in 150 children were diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). By 2022, that figure had increased to 1 in 31 children . This rise in prevalence i...
Close-up of an autistic kid's hands touching a colorful autism spectrum wheel chart on a table in Virginia.
Introducing the Autism Wheel The autism spectrum wheel provides a dynamic framework for understanding the diverse traits of Autism Spectrum Disorder. This circular model replaces the traditional linear spectrum by highlighting multiple domains of strengths and challenges that individuals may experie...
A boy talking to an autistic girl in a classroom while she looks away during a school-based ABA therapy in VA.
Language disorder associated with autism refers to challenges in understanding, using, or processing spoken language. While every child with autism is different, many experience delays in speech development, struggle with back-and-forth conversation, or have difficulty understanding non-literal lang...
A child with autism is playing with colorful fidget toys on a table
Is autism a lifelong condition? Learn why autism lasts into adulthood and how early support can improve long-term outcomes....
An autistic child is playing with puzzles on a table
Is there a cure for autism? Discover the facts about autism treatment, support options, and why early intervention matters....