The latest research shows the largest estimated number of children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to date. With these statistics, it is likely that we all know that a child with ASD or a family who has been affected by this disorder. For years autism was very much a mystery in the medical community. However, the increasing rates of diagnosed cases and increased media coverage have brought the issue to the forefront and facilitated major advances in the understanding and treatment of ASD.
Parents of children with ASD will want to make sure they have the right insurance plan to cover illness at best the unique medical needs of their small or learn more about the options available in their state . Although the extent of knowledge on disorders of Autism Spectrum continues to grow, much information is already available. The following will give you the tools to better understand the many faces of ASD.
About 1 in 88 children in the United States ASD
This information was published last month by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The figure is up 25 percent since 06 and almost double the rate reported in 02.
ASD more common in boys
In fact, the boys ( 1 to 54) are almost five times more likely to be diagnosed as girls (1 to 152).
ASD and race
The number of children identified with ASD spiked a bit in the Hispanic (110 percent) and (91 percent) of the population black.
Why such a huge increase in the diagnosis of ASD? There is no simple answer to this question. As concern grows about the disease, the fact of speculation about its causes. ASD has been attributed to the vaccination infancy, neurotoxins in the air and in food, the weight of the mother and the increasing age of new mothers and fathers.
Some argue that it is the detection rate has actually increased and not the appearance of the disease itself. The parents growing awareness of ASD has caused, relatives and health care providers to pay attention more and pick up on key warning signs.
Knowing the signs and act early
The children as young as 1 year old can show early signs of autism and ASD. There are several stages of development that parents should pay attention to different stages in the growth of their child. For detailed accounts of what to look for and how to proceed with treatment, AutismSpeaks.org.
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