What is it
What is the definition of autism?
A condition characterized by challenges such as social skills, speech, and behavior
How many kids in Canada have been diagnosed with autism?
At what age do symptoms begin?
Symptoms of autism start to show up at around the age of 3
Is there a known single cause for autism?
No, there is no known single cause for autism
If your mother has autism is it possible that you will have autism too?
No. Autism is not passed from our parents
What is autism caused by?
Autism is influenced by genetics and environment
What are the top 3 countries which autism is more popular in?
1-USA
2-Japan
3-Canada
Is it possible to show signs of autism from birth?
Yes, some individuals begin to show signs of autism from birth
What is autism caused by generally?
Autism is generally caused by abnormalities in brain function and structure
What does research suggests about he cause of autism?
Research suggests that autism develops from a combination of genetic and non genetic, or environmental, influences
Is there only one type of autism disorder?
No. There are different types of autism
How many people in USA are affected with autism?
168 cases per 10,000 children
Can a one year old child show symptoms of autism?
Yes, often children show symptoms of autism within the first year
Is there a difference in the shape of the brain in children with autism compared to children without autism?
Yes. Brain scans show differences in the shape and structure of the brain in children with autism
Do genetic and environmental influences increase the risk that a child will develop autism?
Yes. These influences increase the risk that a child will develop autism
What does autism affect?
Autism affects the way you communicate, socialize, and process sounds and sights
What gender is more likely to be diagnosed with autism?
Boys are 4 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than girls
Is it possible that a child may appear to develop normally at first, and start to show symptoms later?
Yes, a child may appear to develop normally in the first year, but then go through a period of regression between 18 and 24 months of age when they develop autism symptoms.
What is an early sign of autism?
An early sign of autism may be a problem with eye contact
Will you develop autism if you are exposed to an environmental risk factor for autism?
No. Not everyone exposed to an environmental risk factor for autism will develop the disorder. In fact, most will not.
A person with autism might not be good at communicating, but be good at art
How often does autism occur in Canada?
Every 1 in 66 children has autism
Should you go see a doctor if your child is at the age of 2 and hasn't talked yet?
No. It is normal for some kids start talking later than others. Only if you are truly concerned, go see a doctor
Should you be concerned that your child has autism if their brain scan shows abnormalities in brain structure?
Abnormality in brain structure does not necessarily mean that they have autism. They might suffer from a different disorder that causes their brain to develop differently
Can a person without autism have some gene changes that are associated with autism?
Yes. A person without autism still may have the autistic genes in them.