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Understanding Autism

Common Myths vs Facts

Common Myths vs Facts

Understanding Autism

Early recognition, assessment, and intervention matter. Several common beliefs about autism delay the support individuals need.

Common Myths vs Facts

Myth: All individuals who cannot speak have autism.

Fact: Individuals with speech and language delay may have different neurodiverse conditions.

Myth: Autism is rare.

Fact: The prevalence of autism is increasing globally.

Myth: Individuals outgrow autism.

Fact: With intervention, individuals can improve significantly, but autism is a lifelong condition.

Myth: It is better to wait and watch for speech rather than get a diagnostic assessment done.

Fact: If signs are identified early and interventions start early, the individual benefits most from therapies and develops better social and communication skills.

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