ASD Awareness Index.docx

I have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).  Please be aware that: 

ASD affects about 1 in 59 children in the United States
ASD affects children of all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
ASD is a spectrum disorder, which means every person with ASD has different skills, challenges, and needs.
People with ASD might be easily overwhelmed in a social or public environment due to sensitivity to sounds, sights and smells. 
People with ASD often struggle with non-verbal communication, including eye contact, and may struggle to understand your social interactions.
To gain more information about Autism and ASD, check out the following resources:

https://www.autism-society.org/ 

https://www.autismspeaks.org/ 

https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/facts.html 

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