Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is a complex developmental brain disorder that affects communication, behavior, learning, and social interactions.
Autism appears before age 3, but diagnosis can occur at any age. ASD impacts people differently, and degree and severity vary from person to person. While there is no cure, early intervention and developmental, behavioral, and speech therapies, including applied behavior analysis (ABA), can help people with autism manage challenging symptoms and live a full life.
Talk with your doctor if you are concerned about your child’s development, or your own symptoms, to learn next steps for screening, diagnosis, and support.
