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What you can do to support individuals in your community with autism 		   
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1. Learn the Signs. Although every child develops differently, there are several behavioral "red flags" indicating that a child may have autism. If a child you love is failing to meet the common developmental milestones listed at the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention's website at www.cdc.gov/actearly, ask a pediatrician, nurse or medical professional for an evaluation. If your child does have autism, the sooner you can get a diagnosis, the sooner your child can get the help he or she needs. Here is the good news: many children with autism are able to make remarkable progress, especially when they receive intensive, individualized instruction and therapy during the first few years of life.

2. Support Autism Research. The causes of this complex disorder remain uncertain and there is no scientifically proven, universally effective "cure." Yet research currently underway promises to offer valuable new insights into the causes of autism and the most effective therapies and treatments to help individuals with autism. Readers can learn about current research by visiting the Autism Speaks website at www.autismspeaks.org/science/science_news/index.php .
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05/06/2008by: shannonj
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