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For over 45 years, Autism Canada has had a national perspective on the issues currently facing those on the autism spectrum, their families, caregivers, and allies. Autism Canada’s primary mandate is to advocate alongside and support individuals on the spectrum, their families and caregivers living in Canada.
Learn about Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), its causes, symptoms, risks, treatment and prevention. Also find information on surveillance and for health professionals.
Autism (also known as autism spectrum disorder or ASD) is a lifelong condition. It's important to get a diagnosis and provide supports as early as possible. These can include: occupational therapy; speech and language therapy; training for parents, families and caregivers; behavioural therapy; medication; education and school planning ...
This report provides an overview of Canadian children and youth with diagnosed autism spectrum disorder (ASD) using data from the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth (CHSCY). It includes information on prevalence, age at diagnosis, health status, co-occurring long-term health conditions, functional difficulties and school experiences.
Autism Speaks Canada. In 2020 we reimagined our brand to include a spectrum of colours; our new logo, signifies our deepened commitment to diversity and inclusion. Life on the Spectrum. Authentic stories of autistic Canadian across all provinces and territories to increase understanding and acceptance of autistic people.
Understanding the challenge of navigating vast amounts of online information on resources to support those on the autism spectrum, their families, and caregivers, we've streamlined access to essential resources at Autism Canada.
Autism is characterized by a wide range of severities and symptoms. A timely and accurate diagnosis, along with early detection, significantly improves the chances of achieving optimal outcomes. This enables the early implementation of appropriate educational supports.
Autism Alliance of Canada is a pan-Canadian network with a broad and diverse membership of Autistic people, their families and support persons, as well as clinicians, researchers, policy influencers, service providers and organizations from across Canada.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is classified as a lifelong neurodevelopmental disability in the DSM-5 (diagnostic manual). The diagnosis refers to individuals who meet a specific set of diagnostic criteria, in social communication and restrictive/repetitive behaviors.
Jan 15, 2024 · The Public Health Agency of Canada references the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) in classifying autism as a disorder. ASD now includes the subtypes Asperger’s disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder.
