Autism Spectrum Disorder

Girls are 4 times likely to be diagnosed with Autism than boys

• True

• False

Autism is a __________ disorder that is diagnosed in children from age 2.

How is Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosed?

• physical appearance of the child

• A child's developmental history and behaviour

• A child's thinking ability

• None of the above

Is there a cure for Autism Spectrum Disorder?

• Yes

• No

Individuals with ASD are easily adaptable to change.

• True
• False

People with ASD may have difficulty with bright lights or loud noises. 

• True
• False

Some common behaviors include...

• repetitive motor movements, rocking, pacing

• difficulty with transitions, need for sameness

• difficulty with activities other than intense special interests

• all are true

Autism now affects 1 in ___ children

• 36

• 58

• 48

• 38

Autism greatly varies from person to person (no two people with autism are alike)

• True

• False

Autism is generally evident before what age?

• Ten Years Old

• Three Years Old

• Five Years Old

• Seven Years Old