Today is important to many people for many different reasons. For me, today it means celebrating my son. It's means celebrating who he is, what he has accomplished and for what is still to come. More then anything though, it's a day for the world to be captured by the Autism community who on a united front are asking that people educate themselves. It's a day the austim communities is looking for acceptance and understanding, just like every other day.
There is some great information floating around facebook today, as well as some great photo's of people going blue!
I am betting that each and every one of you will be touched by autism in your lifetime. What better time then now to gain some insight, to gain some knowledge, to gain some power?
Definition:
Autism
Definition
Autism is a complex developmental disorder distinguished by difficulties with social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and behavioral problems, including repetitive behaviors and narrow focus of interest.
Description
Classic autism is one of several disorders categorized as autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Other ASDs include Asperger syndrome, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), three to six out of every 1,000 children in the United States have autism. Autism is four times more likely to be diagnosed in males. Autism is a disorder that is also prevalent worldwide. In the United Kingdom, one out of every 100 children have autism, with over half a million total diagnosed in the United Kingdom as of 2007. In China, one in every 1,000 children is diagnosed with autism. In India, the rate of incidence is 1 in every 250 children. In Mexico, two to six in every 1,000 children are autistic. Autism is not specific to any one socio-economic, ethnic, or racial group.
Autism usually manifests before a child is three years old and it continues throughout his/her lifetime. The degree of impairment varies from mild to severe. Autism is treatable and, with early diagnosis and treatment, autistic children have the ability to lead healthy, full lives.
http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Autism
Signs of Autism:
Who has autism? (canadian Stats)
Facts and Stats
Did you know...
- Autism now affects 1 in 88 children and 1 in 54 boys (March 2012 statistic)
- The 2012 numbers reflect a 78% increase in reported prevalence in the last 6 years
- Autism prevalence figures are growing
- Boys are four times more likely than girls to have autism
- There is no medical detection or cure for autism
For my son:
You may think he's naughty. I know he is struggling to communicate his needs. You may think he is a *wuss*. I know a innocent tickle to us, at times feels painful to him. You may think he doesn't want to do his work, I know he is afraid it'...s not going to be perfect. You may think he is weird, I know he's beautiful. Take a moment, research autism. Education is power. In support of my son, who teaches me everyday that life occurs outside the box. For you buddy - love you!
Today - Light it up blue!
No comments:
Post a Comment