1. Autism Spectrum And ADD/ADHD
Childhood Disorders
Autism Spectrum
And
ADD/ADHD

2. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
A range of neurodevelopmental disorders involving:
Impaired social interaction
Impaired communication
Repetitive behavior
Restrictive interests
The CDC estimates that in the United States, 1 in 68 children born in 2004 have been identified with ASD
Increase is likely due to greater awareness by parents and doctors, and a wider availability of diagnostic tests.

3. ASD
Refers to a RANGE of symptoms, and there is no single identified cause for the disorder.
There are genetic and neurological factors
Sex may play a role: ASD afflicts 4 boys for every 1 girl.
Vaccines do not cause autism! “The 1998 study has been the most damaging medical hoax of the last 100 years” (Flaherty, 2011).
severe
mild

4. ADD/ADHD
What is the difference between Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?