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When is World Autism Awareness Day?

World Autism Awareness Day occurs on April 2nd.

What is World Autism Awareness Day?

We all misunderstand people from time to time, but autistic people often face vast communication challenges. They can also smart, compassionate, and funny. World Autism Awareness Day celebrates the unique talents of people with autism and educates the world on the need for early diagnosis.

Autism is not a mental illness or an intellectual disability. It’s a neurological condition. Only some people with autism are anti-social. Others still crave company and friends and hate the idea of upsetting people, just like the rest of the world.

It’s important to catch autism early. Otherwise, parents and autistic children face tremendous frustration over seemingly inexplicable behaviors. The early signs usually show up within the first two or three years of life. They vary kid to kid though, so professional evaluation is crucial.

Stigmas and myths about autism continue to haunt our communities. World Autism Awareness Day raises awareness about the realities of autism and the need for early detection.

Facts about World Autism Awareness Day!

  • Boys are four times more likely than girls to be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, but girls might be underdiagnosed because of the ways autism shows up.
  • Autism is a developmental condition, so there is no medical detection method. It’s all behavioral.
  • Between 50% and 80% of children with autism have chronic sleep disorders.
  • A third of people with autism also have epilepsy, and a third are non-verbal.

How to celebrate World Autism Awareness Day:

  • Research Autism Spectrum Disorder. Look into the signs and symptoms, watch for it in your own children, and practice empathy with autistic people and their caregivers.
  • If you know a family with an autistic child or adult, show them your support. Learn about the condition so that you can appreciate the particular challenges they face. Then ask how you can help.

What’s the hashtag for World Autism Awareness Day?

Support the autism community by using #WorldAutismAwarenessDay on social media.