What is Autism?
Autism is a complex developmental dysfunction of the central nervous system that affects how an individual communicates, interacts socially and behaves. Some people with autism are able to live relatively independent lives but others may have accompanying learning disabilities and need a lifetime of specialist support

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Autism is currently the second fastest growing global disorder. Growing at an annual rate of 10-17%. This growth represents a 600% increase in 20 years.