Did you know it is estimated that around 1% of the world’s population has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Autism is a condition which affects communication and behaviour; in children with ASD, symptoms are often present before the age of 3. There is no cure for autism but there are different support networks; different therapies and learning support. The cause of autism is unknown, however it is believed that it may be linked to genetics.
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Autistic-spectrum-disorder/Pages/Introduction.aspx
http://www.autism-society.org/what-is/facts-and-statistics/