Autism Resource Center Of South Florida.com Autism Help and Knowledge http://www.autismresourcecenterofsouthflorida.com/article_topics.php?top=2 Autism articles related to Autism Help and Knowledge ASD Data and Statistics http://www.autismresourcecenterofsouthflorida.com/autism_articles.php?art=7&top=2 It is estimated that between 1 in 80 and 1 in 240 with an average of 1 in 110 children in the United States have an ASD. ASDs are reported to occur in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups, yet are on average 4 to 5 times more likely to occur i 2009-12-29 12:02:43 (CDC ) My child may have an ASD. Now what? http://www.autismresourcecenterofsouthflorida.com/autism_articles.php?art=6&top=2 If you think your child might have an ASD or you think there could be a problem with the way your child plays, learns, speaks, or acts, contact your child's doctor, and share your concerns. 2009-12-29 11:58:37 (CDC) ASD Causes and Risk Factors http://www.autismresourcecenterofsouthflorida.com/autism_articles.php?art=5&top=2 We do not know all of the causes of ASDs. However, we have learned that there are likely many causes for multiple types of ASDs. 2009-12-29 11:55:01 (CDC) ASD Treatment http://www.autismresourcecenterofsouthflorida.com/autism_articles.php?art=4&top=2 There is currently no cure for ASDs. However, research shows that early intervention treatment services can greatly improve a child’s development.2 3 Early intervention services help children from birth to 3 years old (36 months) learn important skills. 2009-12-29 11:43:38 (CDC) ASD Screening and Diagnosis http://www.autismresourcecenterofsouthflorida.com/autism_articles.php?art=3&top=2 Diagnosing autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) can be difficult, since there is no medical test, like a blood test, to diagnose the disorders. Doctors look at the child's behavior and development to make a diagnosis. 2009-12-29 11:37:30 (CDC) ASD Signs and Symptoms http://www.autismresourcecenterofsouthflorida.com/autism_articles.php?art=2&top=2 ASDs begin before the age of 3 and last throughout a person's life, although symptoms may improve over time. Some children with an ASD show hints of future problems within the first few months of life. 2009-12-29 11:34:46 (CDC) ASD Facts http://www.autismresourcecenterofsouthflorida.com/autism_articles.php?art=1&top=2 Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. People with ASDs handle information in their brain differently than other people. 2009-12-29 11:32:44 (CDC)