ASPERGER'S DISORDER HOMEPAGE Autism Fact Sheet See a list of all NINDS Disorders Get Web page suited for printing Email this to a friend or colleague Request free mailed brochure Autismo Table of Contents (click to jump to sections) What is autism spectrum disorder? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a group of complex neurodevelopment disorders characterized by repetitive and characteristic patterns of behavior and difficulties with social communication and interaction. The term “spectrum” refers to the wide range of symptoms, skills, and levels of disability in functioning that can occur in people with ASD. ASD occurs in every racial and ethnic group, and across all socioeconomic levels. What are some common signs of ASD? Even as infants, children with ASD may seem different, especially when compared to other children their own age. Social impairment and communication difficultiesMany people with ASD find social interactions difficult. What disorders are related to ASD? How is ASD diagnosed? Later indicators include: BRAIN P.O.
Michelle Garcia Winter Response to Intervention | Welcome to AutismFitness.com! Autism Spectrum Quarterly CCNews Serious emotional disturbances (SEDs) affect about 5 to 9 percent of teenagers in America. This means that SEDs - diagnosable disorders in children and adolescents that severely disrupt daily functioning - affect about one in 15 teens or, on average, two students in every high school classroom. Growing evidence shows that when schools address mental health issues they can boost academic achievement, reduce absenteeism, and increase graduation rates. To help schools reap these benefits, the EBI has developed a variety of materials. These include a guide for school administrators, a teacher training package, and several other tools, all designed to help educators make mental health a part of their classrooms. Eliminating Barriers for Learning: An Administrator's Guide This brief booklet invites school administrators to use the teacher training package developed by the EBI. Booklet [PDF] Eliminating Barriers for Learning: Social and Emotional Factors That Enhance Secondary Education
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