As new cases of autism have exploded in recent years—some form of the condition affects about one in 110 children today—efforts have multiplied to understand and accommodate the condition in childhood. But children with autism will become adults with autism, some 500,000 of them in this decade alone. What then?
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The below link will take you to a video (just double click the highlighted text). The video identifies 1:110 children as being diagnosed with autism. The CDC (Center for Disease Control) announced that it is now 1:88. While you are at the site check out what "autism training solutions" has to offer.
http://www.autismtrainingsolutions.com/content/autism-spectrum-disorders-0
Myths About Autism
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video?id=6095160
Autism Causes in US (WSJ)
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To date we have discussed the definition of ASD, prevalence and causes.
- Please develop a one-page single-spaced handout that can be used to describe ASD to parents, general education teachers, and community members.
- If you find, or adapt, something that already exists be sure to reference the original source.
- Please remember to focus on strengths and use person-first language. The content should use terms that your audience can relate to and understand.
- Be creative! You could use Word Smart Art or Templates to organize information.