Jennifer
“When my son was diagnosed, I often felt so alone in my search for information and solutions to help my son. C.A.D.E helps support families locally with immediate and real help, providing information and local resources to parents who have recently been diagnosed.”
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Autism Facts
What is Autism?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. The term "spectrum" refers to the wide range of symptoms and severity.
Autism begins in early childhood and eventually causes problems functioning in society—socially, in school and at work, for example. Often children show symptoms of autism within the first year. A small number of children appear to develop normally in the first year, and then go through a period of regression between 18 and 24 months of age when they develop symptoms of autism.
While there is no cure, intensive, early treatment can make a significant difference in the lives of many children.
Facts & Stats
1 in 44
1 in 44 children is diagnosed with autism. (CDC, 2018)
5.4 million
More than 5.4 million Americans live with an autism spectrum disorder. (Dietz et al., 2020)
fastest growing
Autism is one of the fastest-growing developmental disorders in the United States. (CDC, 2014)
$60,000
Autism can cost a family up to $60,000 a year on average. (CDC, 2014)
$8,600
It costs more than $8,600 extra per year to educate a student with autism. (Lavelle et al., 2014)
2/3rds
The cost of lifelong care can be reduced by two-thirds with early diagnosis and intervention. (Järbrink K1, Autism. 2007 Sep;11(5):453-63)