National Autism Awareness Month

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National Autism Awareness Month

Over one million people in the US have a form of autism or a developmental disorder. It affects communication, behavior and social interaction. Parents usually notice signs in the first 2 years of the child's life. Unfortunately there is still no or cure for autism although there have been great strides in improving the quality of life.

March 2008
Sources: Health Day, American Dietetic Association

Feature Stories

•	Autism Advocate Focuses on Treatment-Guided Research
•	Advocating for Autism -- Inside and Outside the Beltway
•	New Early Identification Campaign Begins this April

Related Information

•	Help Guide
•	Web MD
•	Effective Education for Autism

Related Resources

•	National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
•	Autism Speaks
•	National Institute of Mental Health

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