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AUTISM RESOURCES

Autism Resources, Information & Web Sites
A comprehensive list of autism services, support groups, information and Web sites

Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to questions about autism and our services

Early Diagnosis
The importance of early diagnosis and proper evaluation

Treatment Options
A description of treatments used in our programs

Autism Glossary
Commonly used terms and acronyms

Information for Healthcare Providers
Fact sheets on autism and the Center

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Ausitm Facts
  • Affects 1 in 150 births
  • Four times more prevalent in boys than in girls
  • An estimated 1.5 million Americans have autism
  • There is no known cause for autism
  • Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability with 10-17% annual growth
  • $90 billion annual cost
  • 90% of costs associated with autism are in adult services
  • Cost of lifelong care can be reduced by 2/3 with early diagnosis and intervention