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- 1. 1 in 150 1 in 125 1in 88 1 in 68 2000 2004 2008 2012 ASD is nearly 5x more common in boys than girls The Prevalence of Autism increased by about 120% from 2000 to 2012. ASDPrevalence Autism Spectrum Disorder101What We Know About Autism and Autism Treatment Quick Facts 1 in 68 children is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). .............................. ................................ ......................... ............ Children can be reliably diagnosed with autism as early as 18 months. Many nonverbal children will overcome their severe language delays. Technology is creating options for earlier ASD detection. Signs of Autism Child doesn’t respond to name Language and speech skills are severely delayed Child doesn’t gesture (point, wave, etc.) by 12 months severe temper tantrums & Trouble with transitions Child avoids eye contact, social interactions Flapping hands, rocking back and forth Treatment ........................................ ................................ ............................ ABA groupMultiple Organizations endorse ABA Therapy: U.S. Surgeon General American Academy of Pediatrics National Institute of Mental Health Autism Society of America The field of ABA was pioneered by Dr. Ivar Lovaas in the 1970s. The landmark Lovaas ABA therapy study: Control group vs 47% achieved normal intellectual functioning 2% achieved normal intellectual functioning Received 40+ hrs of intensive ABA therapy per week Received 10 hrs of intensive ABA therapy per week Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a scientifically-validated way to improve: Transitions Communication Toilet Training daily life skills Temper tantrums sensory issues Cognition Motor skills The earlier a child begins ABA therapy, the better the outcome. Infographic provided by: Action Behavior Centers