Overview:
Autism is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior and causes social challenges. The way autists communicate, interact, act, and learn may be different from others, and their learning, thinking, and problem-solving abilities vary. There are talented people and others with severe challenges, a case which leads to need help with the tasks of daily life more than others.
Objectives:
- Increasing awareness about the autism spectrum and its symptoms.
- Increasing community awareness of people with autism, especially children.
- Employing their energies to serve society, by supporting them and encouraging their talents.
- Supporting people with autism and their families.
Facts:
- One in every 160 children has autism spectrum disorder.
- Autism spectrum disorders appear in childhood, but they tend to persist in adolescence and adulthood.
- Evidence-based psychosocial interventions, such as behavior therapy activities, can reduce difficulties in communication and social behavior, and have a positive impact on well-being and quality of life.
Official Date:
Globally: April 2, 2025.
Locally: Shawwal 4, 1446 AH.
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