April Is World Autism Month
April is World Autism Month, and Autism Speaks is inviting you to help them create a kinder world for people with autism.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability which now includes several conditions such as autistic disorder, pervasive developmental disorder, and Asperger syndrome.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 54 children in the United States today. While someone can be reliably diagnosed by age 4 with ASD, the signs and symptoms typically last throughout a person’s lifetime.
People with ASD often have problems with social, emotional, and communication skills while dealing with their own distinct set of strengths and challenges. Autism currently affects more than 60 million people worldwide.
Autism Speaks is committed to making 2020 the “Year of Kindness” and have set a goal to achieve one million acts of kindness.
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April is #WorldAutismMonth and we're inviting friends and neighbors around the world to come together and #LightItUpBlue to create a kinder, more inclusive world for autistic people. Now more than ever, we need more kindness. Take the pledge: https://t.co/aHEPCBrAFf pic.twitter.com/vpqatOQ5QT
— autism speaks (@autismspeaks) April 1, 2020
Many autistic ppl, & their families are struggling in isolation. But, we know talking about our challenges can help reduce anxiety, & make you feel less alone. That's why we're sharing some of our supporter's experiences so far https://t.co/Aad6LDuuTD
— National Autistic Society (@Autism) April 1, 2020
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Today, kicks off National Autism Awareness Month! During this crisis, & always, our mission is to improve the quality of life for all affected by autism. Together, we can spread awareness, promote acceptance, and ignite change! #CelebrateDifferences https://t.co/rniEqMAha0
— autismsociety (@AutismSociety) April 1, 2020
