Autism

Autism now affects 1 in 88 children and 1 in 54 boys

This year, more children will be diagnosed with autism than diagnosed with AIDS, diabetes & cancer combined

Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the U.S.

Autism costs the nation $126 billion per year

Autism receives less than 5% of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases

Boys are four times more likely than girls to have autism

There is no medical detection or cure for autism

Understanding Behavior - Autism