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What are some good charities that work to help fund the needs of families who have children diagnosed with Autism?
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∙ 13y ago
Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism is a good place to donate to. They are involved in the support, research, and education of autistic children. Autism Society of America Foundation is another one as well as the National Alliance for Autism Research.
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How many children were diagnosed with autism in 2009?
20,938
Does autism and cerebral palsy leave you in a coma?
I don't know about that. But there are some children + adults with cerebral Palsy that are diagnosed with autism.
Do 1 out of 150 people in the US have autism?
No, the CDC put the number of children diagnosed as being 1 in 68 which reflects the rate of autism on the whole. This also only accounts for those who are diagnosed, there may be greater numbers of people not diagnosed.
Do children who are diagnosed with autism grow up to be adults with autism or is it then called or considered something else?
Autism is still called autism once a child reaches adulthood. Mild cases may be named something else, although closely related to autism, such as Aspergers. Some autistic patients are not diagnosed until they reach adulthood.
Is there any record of someone with autism giving birth to a child with autism?
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How common is Autism ?
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Is Tom Hanks diagnosed with autism?
No.
What is the current rate of children born with autism in the US?
New Jersey. New Jersey autism rates appear to be the highest in the country reaching. According to recent statistics released by the CDC, 1 in 23 boys are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders within the state. Coincidentally, or maybe not so coincidentally New Jersey is known to have the most available resources and autism treatment programs in the country. It is unclear whether the concentration of autism services is a result of a larger autistic population in need of those services, or if, at least in part, the autistic population is larger due to those services. Many families have moved to New Jersey in order to seek the best and most varied resources for their children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.
Is a boy or girl most likely to have autism?
There are about an equal number of boys and girls who are diagnosed with severe cases of autism, but more boys than girls are diagnosed with moderate and mild cases of autism. It has not been determined whether this is because fewer girls have autism or because they are less likely to be diagnosed.
Why does Jim Palmer wear the Autism Speaks symbol when broadcasting?
He wears the Autism Awareness pin because he has a step-son with Autism. We need a cure for Autism, but we also need compassion and understanding for the children and families who struggle every day.
Is having ADHD and Aspergers common?
It is common for those with an Asperger's Syndrome diagnosis to also carry an ADHD diagnosis. There is speculation that the two syndromes may be related because of their presentation, and often, co-diagnosis. Both syndromes share a core deficit: executive dysfunction.
Are autistic children disabled?
Yes, a child can be diagnosed both with Autism Spectrum Disorder and a learning disability too. In fact Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is considered a 'cousin' to Autism Spectrum Disorder and is often comorbid with Autism.
