What is autism spectrum disorder?
Autism is a spectrum disorder that interferes with speech, learning, and social skill development. Symptoms can include: unusual responses to sensations such as touch, hearing smell, and taste; unusual ways of relating to people, objects, and events; disturbances in the rate of appearance of physical, social, and language skills; late talking and/or speech difficulties; resistance to change; lack of ability to play like other children; difficulties with motor skill functions; and difficulties with social interactions. Individuals with autism have a broad range of symptoms ranging from mild to more severe.
When is autism usually diagnosed?
Autism is usually diagnosed by age 3. An accurate diagnosis requires a team of professionals. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to the child’s development and prognosis.
Where can I go for help if I think my child has some of the symptoms of autism?
If you feel your child is showing some of the signs of autism and you would like more information, please contact the Autism Society of Northeast Wisconsin at
(888) 428-8476. For information on other chapters in Wisconsin, call 1-888-4-AUTISM. For nationwide information, contact the Autism Society of America at 1-800-328-8476.
How many people are affected by autism?
One in 36 people are affected. Autism is diagnosed four times more frequently in males than females. It can occur with other disorders that affect the functioning of the brain, such as a seizure disorder or metabolic disorders. There are no ethnic boundaries.
Autism is a spectrum disorder that interferes with speech, learning, and social skill development. Symptoms can include: unusual responses to sensations such as touch, hearing smell, and taste; unusual ways of relating to people, objects, and events; disturbances in the rate of appearance of physical, social, and language skills; late talking and/or speech difficulties; resistance to change; lack of ability to play like other children; difficulties with motor skill functions; and difficulties with social interactions. Individuals with autism have a broad range of symptoms ranging from mild to more severe.
When is autism usually diagnosed?
Autism is usually diagnosed by age 3. An accurate diagnosis requires a team of professionals. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to the child’s development and prognosis.
Where can I go for help if I think my child has some of the symptoms of autism?
If you feel your child is showing some of the signs of autism and you would like more information, please contact the Autism Society of Northeast Wisconsin at
(888) 428-8476. For information on other chapters in Wisconsin, call 1-888-4-AUTISM. For nationwide information, contact the Autism Society of America at 1-800-328-8476.
How many people are affected by autism?
One in 36 people are affected. Autism is diagnosed four times more frequently in males than females. It can occur with other disorders that affect the functioning of the brain, such as a seizure disorder or metabolic disorders. There are no ethnic boundaries.
