This impairment is attributable not only to the core symptoms of ASD, but also to a range of co-existing conditions that individuals with ASD often experience, including emotional and behavioral problems (i.e., anxiety, compulsions, aggression destruction and uncooperative behavior), sleep problems (i.e., difficulty in falling asleep, superficial sleep, early awakening and low sleep efficiency), feeding and eating problems, gastrointestinal problems, sensory sensitivities, learning and intellectual disabilities, as well as comorbid health and mental health diagnoses.
ĪSD is recognized as a major public health concern because of its early onset, long duration, and high levels of associated impairments. Although most children are diagnosed at the age of 3 years old, approximately 39% are not evaluated for the first time until after 4 years old. Currently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that one in every 59 children has ASD. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by early impairments in socialization and communication, as well as restricted interests and repetitive behaviors.
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