AUTISM FACTS SYMPTOMS OF AUTISM INCLUDE: Difficulty with Social Interactions 4 Little or no eye contact 4 Limited interest in other people Difficulty with Communication 4 Little or no speech 4 Difficulty understanding body language and facial expressions PREVALENCE: The rates of autism have steadily increased, according to the CDC. CAUSES/ RISKS: Most scientists who study ASD believe that there is no single cause. Research has shown that: COSTS Autism can take a financial and emotional toll on families: Annual medical expenditures per child with ASD can cost from $2,100 to $11,200. Intensive behavioral interventions for a child with ASD can cost from $40,000 to $60,000 per year. Nonmedical costs of special education for a child with ASD are about $13,000 per year. Unusual Behavior 4 Repetitive behavior such as hand flapping, rocking or spinning 4 Ritualized patterns of verbal and non-verbal behavior 2009 Nationwide 1 in 110 2007 Nationwide 1 in 150 1 in 42 BOYS 1 in 54 BOYS New Jersey 1 in 45 New Jersey 1 in 49 2014 Nationwide 1 in 68 2012 Nationwide 1 in 88 The CDC estimates that approximately 1% or more of children from birth to 21 years of age have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States. WHY THE RISE? Autism is a complex condition. No single factor can explain why more children are being identified with ASD. Some of the increase in the rates is due to: changes in the diagnosis, greater awareness, and better record keeping. For more information on these statistics and studies, visit www.autismnj.org/prevalence. 4 Both genetic and non-genetic factors play a role. 4 Children who have a sibling or parent with ASD are at a higher risk. 4 Children born to older parents also are at a higher risk. For more information, resources and assistance, call 800.4.AUTISM or visit www.autismnj.org.
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AUTISM awareness toolsand how to use them
autism awareness Rack Cardseducating the community is the key to understanding and acceptance. Use these autism awareness rack cards to hand out at events, in the workplace or at other community locations. the rack card has basic information about autism and is used to educate the general public.
Posterattention small business owners and schools… make a connection by hanging up an autism awareness poster. Posters are eye catching and deliver a message. they are easy to spot and read as someone is walking by.
fact SheetsFact sheets offer the most comprehensive information about autism. these are convenient to download on the Hub and print copies.these sheets can be incorporated into newsletters,piled next to an autism awareness display and even placed in mailboxes.
Kids Booklet on autismthe autism new Jersey Kids booklet on autism is fun and teaches kids about autism, too! these books are great for classrooms, neighbors, friends, clubs, scouts as well as offering tips for parents and teachers.
autism ambassador Hubwww.autismnjambassador.orgthe autism ambassador Hub is our online ambassador community! ambassadorswho sign up as a Hub member can post events, photos, and more on this site. the Hub is also a place to access tools and information that can be downloaded. click on “tips and tools” for lesson plans, presentations, coloring sheets, fact sheets, printable stickers and more!
on AutismKids Booklet
Tips for
parents &
teachers
5&Activities
puzzles
Create an
autism awareness ribbon!
to request any of the tools below, visit www.autismnj.org/supplies.
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AUTISM FACTSSymPtomS of autiSm inClude:Difficulty with Social Interactions 4 Little or no eye contact 4 Limited interest in other peopleDifficulty with Communication 4 Little or no speech 4 Difficulty understanding body language and facial expressions
PReValenCe:the rates of autismhave steadily increased, accordingto the cDc.
CauSeS/RiSKS:
most scientists who study asD believe that there is no single cause.
Research has shown that:
CoStSautism can take a financial and emotional toll on families:
Annual medical expenditures per child with asD can cost from $2,100 to $11,200.
Intensive behavioral interventions for a child with asD can cost from $40,000 to $60,000 per year.
Nonmedical costs of special education for a child with asD are about $13,000 per year.
Unusual Behavior 4 Repetitive behavior such as hand flapping, rocking or spinning 4 Ritualized patterns of verbal and non-verbal behavior
2009nationwide
1 in 110 2007nationwide
1 in 150
1 in 42BoyS 1 in 54
BoyS
New Jersey1 in 45
New Jersey1 in 49
2014nationwide
1 in 682012
nationwide
1 in 88
the cDc estimates that approximately 1% or more of children from birthto 21 years of age have autism spectrum disorder (asD) in the United states.
Why The RISe? autism is a complex condition. no single factor can explain why more children are being identified with asD. some of the increase in the rates is due to: changes in the diagnosis, greater awareness, and better record keeping. For more information on these statistics and studies, visit www.autismnj.org/prevalence.
4 both genetic and non-genetic factors play a role.4 children who have a sibling or parent with asD are at a higher risk.4 children born to older parents also are at a higher risk.
For more information, resources and assistance, call 800.4.AUTISM or visit www.autismnj.org.
T H E P I E C E SConnecting
A U T I S M
Don’t just be aware….
Connect with someone with autism by volunteering with friends to
plan an awareness event in your community to make a difference.
APRIL is
Autism Awareness Month
For Free inFormation
and tips and tools to spread autism awareness, visit autismnj.org/ambassador
www.autismnj.org
800.4.AUTISM
PinupsPinups are used to show support for the autism community and raise funds. this tool can make families in the autism community aware that their town supports them. It is also a quick and easy fundraiser!
Bookmarksbookmarks are perfect for all age groups! they can be part of a library display, handed out in classrooms or even given as a “thank you” when someone makes a donation.
temporary tattoostemporary tattoos are great for kids! they can be worn at sporting events, in school or anywhere people will see it. Give them out in classrooms or as a “thank you” when a donation is made.
autism awareness Stickersstickers can be worn, placed on a backpack or bag or given as a “thank you” when a donation is made. they can even become part of a fundraising event like a Dress Down Day and each participant can wear a sticker.
I support the autism community!
A U T I S M
www.autismnj.org
800.4.AUTISM
Free supplies to New Jersey residents only.Quantities are limited.
autismnj.org
connecting
the piec
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I support
Autism Awareness
• A developmental disorder.
• Affects a person’s social
communication and interaction.
• A person with autism may have
restricted and repetitive behavior,
interests and activities.
Most children with autism can be
diagnosed between 18 and 24 months of age.
FIRST SIgNS oF AUTISM:
• No babbling by 12 months
• No pointing or gesturing
by 12 months
• No single words by 16 months
NUMBeRS IN AUTISM
• 1 in 45 children in NJ have autism
• 1 in 68 children have autism nationwide
• Boys are four times more likely to have autism than girls
AUTISM AWAReNeSS IS
IMpoRTANT
• Many families affected by autism are living very isolated lives.
It is time for their communities to learn about autism and show
acceptance and understanding.
• When children turn 21 and leave school, there are not enough
programs to meet their adult needs .
• There is no known cause or cure for autism.
Fortunately family support and treatment
are a phone call away.
What is Autism?
• A life long journey.
• Something that affects the
whole family.
• Loss of previously acquired
skills, especially language
• Child does not respond to
his/her name
April is National Autism Awareness Month. Call or visit us to get involved.
www.autismnj.org | 800.4 .AUTISM
AUTISM FACTS
SymPtomS of autiSm inClude:
Difficulty with Social Interactions
4 Little or no eye contact
4 Limited interest in other people
Difficulty with Communication
4 Little or no speech
4 Difficulty understanding body
language and facial expressions
PReValenCe:the rates of autism
have steadily
increased, according
to the cDc.
CauSeS/RiSKS:
most scientists who
study asD believe that there is no single cause.
Research has shown that:
CoStSautism can take a financial
and emotional toll on families:
Annual medical expenditures per child
with asD can cost from $2,100 to $11,200.
Intensive behavioral interventions for a child
with asD can cost from $40,000 to $60,000 per year.
Nonmedical costs of special education for a child
with asD are about $13,000 per year.
Unusual Behavior
4 Repetitive behavior such as hand flapping,
rocking or spinning
4 Ritualized patterns of verbal and
non-verbal behavior
2009nationwide
1 in 1102007
nationwide
1 in 150
1 in 42
BoyS 1 in 54
BoyS
New Jersey
1 in 45
New Jersey
1 in 49
2014nationwide
1 in 682012
nationwide
1 in 88
the cDc estimates that approximately
1% or more of children from birth
to 21 years of age have autism
spectrum disorder (asD) in the
United states.
Why The RISe? autism is a complex condition. no single
factor can explain why more children are being identified
with asD. some of the increase in the rates is due to:
changes in the diagnosis, greater awareness, and bet-
ter record keeping.
For more information on these statistics and
studies, visit www.autismnj.org/prevalence.
4 both genetic and non-genetic factors play a role.
4 children who have a sibling or parent with
asD are at a higher risk.
4 children born to older
parents also are at a
higher risk.
For more information, resources and assistance, call 800.4.AUTISM or visit www.autismnj.org.
800.4.AUTISM
www.autismnj.org
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