Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with socialization, repetitive behaviors, adherence to strict schedules and patterns, speech and language delays, struggles with nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), autism affects an estimated 1 in 36 or 2.8 percent of children in the United States are diagnosed with ASD.

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with socialization, repetitive behaviors, adherence to strict schedules and patterns, speech and language delays, struggles with nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), autism affects an estimated 1 in 36 or 2.8 percent of children in the United States are diagnosed with ASD.

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with socialization, repetitive behaviors, adherence to strict schedules and patterns, speech and language delays, struggles with nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), autism affects an estimated 1 in 36 or 2.8 percent of children in the United States are diagnosed with ASD.