Autism - Description & Background

Fact: Over 500,000 people in the UK have Autistic Spectrum Disorder, or autism.

Autism is fast becoming a household word with lots of mystery and misconceptions around its meaning and understanding regarding what it actually is. Select from the list of headings below to find out more about autism:

What is Autism? ››

What Causes Autism? ››

The History of Autism ››

The Triad of Impairments ››

The Continuum ››

Sensory Issues ››

Approaches ››

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