Did you know …
Approximately 20 million children live with Autism in India
Autism is one of the fastest-growing developmental disorders
Autism now affects 1 in 47 children
Prevalence of autism increased by 119.4% from 2000 (1 in 150) to 2017 (1 in 47)
Boys are nearly five times more likely than girls to have autism
There is no medical detection or cure for autism
Cost of lifelong care can be reduced by 2/3 with early diagnosis and intervention
5 MYTHS ABOUT AUTISM
Autism is an intellectual disability
Autism is a result of bad parenting
People with Autism don’t want friends
Autistic individuals are dangerous
People with Autism cant feel emotions
5 THINGS EVERY CHILD WITH AUTISM WANTS YOU TO KNOW
I’m first and foremost a child. Autism is just one aspect of my character
Be patient and consistent. I learn better when you show and tell with me
Don’t compare me with other children… I’m special in my own way
Focus and build on what I can do rather than what I cant do
Love me unconditionally…coz I promise you I’m worth it !!!