WHY MUST WE KNOW ABOUT AUTISM? “ Do not fear people with autism, embrace them. Do not spite people with autism, unite them. Do not deny people with autism, accept them. For then, their abilities will shine.” —Paul Isaacs To wrap up this wonderful year, we are covering the topic " why we must know about autism" . Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder with signs that exhibit during early childhood years. Yes, autism is not a single disorder but a wide range of complex disorders that affects individuals differently. Some people might have certain symptoms that others don't have! ASD affects a person's abilities to communicate and interact with others. There is no known cause or cure for ASD and it's prevalence rate is on the rise. You might probably ask " Why should I know about autism when I don't have it or my family members don't have it? ''. It's very simple. We all need to come together and embrace each
"Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver." -Barbara de Angelis