Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are terms to define a complex disorder characterized by a broad range of social and communication skills.

Autism affects an estimated 1 in 36  children in the U.S. (2023), with over 70 million people being affected worldwide.

Children with autism often experience unique challenges, visible in their behavior, which may include:

• Delayed speech development
• Avoiding eye contact
• Struggling with effective communication
• Poor socialization skills
• Repetitive or aggressive behaviors or speech, or
• Difficulty in pointing to objects of interest

The onset of symptoms often appears before the age of three, therefore early intervention is essential to achieve optimal outcomes in therapy approaches.

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