AUTISM is a lifelong disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and can be diagnosed as early as 18 months of age.

Parents should talk with their pediatrician and get their child screened for autism if:

• They FEEL something might not “be right” with their child – 18 months or older.
• Their child isn’t meeting developmental milestones as identified by their pediatrician.

A basic rule for treating autism is the earlier the intervention, the better. Experts agree that early diagnosis and early intervention are critical because the earlier people with autism get help, the better the outcomes will be in the future. There is hope. People with autism at any age can make significant PROGRESS through THERAPY and treatments, growing to LEAD meaningful, productive lives.

Autism is a lifelong disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and can be diagnosed as early as 18 months of age.

Parents should talk with their pediatrician and get their child screened for autism if:

A basic rule for treating autism is the earlier the intervention, the better. Experts agree that early diagnosis and early intervention are critical because the earlier people with autism get help, the better the outcomes will be in the future. There is hope. People with autism at any age can make significant progress through therapy and treatments, growing to lead meaningful, productive lives.