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  2. Apr 26, 2024 · Based on the latest data by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 36 (~2.7%) children in the United States are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). 1 ...

  3. 4 days ago · In 1877, British doctor John Down used the term developmental retardation to describe conditions including what would be considered autism today. [23] Also in 1877, German doctor Adolf Kussmaul defined the condition aphasia voluntaria - when people choose not to speak. [24]

  4. Apr 26, 2024 · PBS NewsHour. Documentary follows first person ever diagnosed with autism. The prevalence of autism in the United States has increased dramatically over the last few decades, and that’s coincided with a new understanding of just how broad the spectrum is.

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  5. Apr 17, 2024 · Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent impairments in social communication, restricted interests and repetitive behavior. There is wide variation in the type and severity of symptoms people experience with ASD. These symptoms can affect one’s ability to function in school, work and other areas of life. While ASD can be identified at any ...

  6. Apr 24, 2024 · Awareness of autism behaviors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the latest research from 2023 shows that 1 in 36 children was diagnosed with autism. This is an increase from 1 in 44 children just two years ago. Children tend to become more aware of their diagnosis around puberty.

  7. 2 days ago · There are more than 5.4 million adults with autism in the United States, about 2.2% of the population, according to the most recent survey by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in ...

  8. Apr 16, 2024 · Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects an individual’s social interactions and communication. 1 In recent decades, the prevalence of ASD has increased from ...

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