Treatments
Risk Factors
Impacts
Timeline, Myths and Misconceptions
100

A therapy that helps people improve their speaking abilities

What is Speech Therapy?

100

A higher chance of autism in siblings may indicate this type of risk factor.

What is Family History?

100

Difficulty understanding social cues and reciprocal conversations are challenges in this area for individuals with autism.

What are communication and Social Interactions?

100

Autisin becomes part of the Broader ASD category.

What is 1994?

200

A therapy that uses rewards to teach new skills.

What is ABA Therapy?

200

This can be a risk factor for autism, especially if birth occurs before 26 weeks.

What is Premature Birth?

200

Over- or under-sensitivity to sounds, lights, textures, or smells falls under this category.

What are Sensory Sensitivities?

200

People with autism don't feel empathy.

What is a mysconception?

300

Helps manage related symptoms such as anxiety, hyperactivity, irritability, or attention difficulties.

What is Medicine?

300

This demographic is four times less likely to be diagnosed with autism compared to males.

What is a Female Child?

300

Therapy, specialized education, and medical care contribute to this area of impact on families affected by autism.

What is a Financial Burden?

300

Autism can be cured.

What is a Myth?
400

A therapeutic approach focusing on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living activities to foster independence in individuals with autism.

What is Occupational Therapy?

400

Medical conditions such as Fragile X syndrome, Tuberous Sclerosis, and Rett syndrome can increase the risk of developing this neurological condition.

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

400

Repetitive movements or routines are common in this area of impact for individuals with autism.

What are Behavioral Patterns?

400

Kanner published the first clinical description of autism.

What is 1943?

500

An intervention that teaches skills like understanding non-verbal communication and responding appropriately in social contexts, benefiting individuals with autism.

What is Social Skills Training?

500

This rare genetic condition primarily affects girls, leading to slowed head growth, loss of hand coordination, and cognitive challenges.

What is Rett Syndrome?

500

This term refers to the emotional and psychological toll on caregivers of individuals with autism, leading to burnout or fatigue.

What is Caregiver Burden?

500

Childhood vaccines cause autisim

What is a Myth?