Autism Statistics

• Autism effects 1 in 36 children

• Boys are nearly 5 times more likely than girls to be diagnosed with Autism

• Autism Spectrum Disorder effects all race, nationalities, all religions, and any sex

• There is no medical cure for Autism

• Children and teens with Autism have a lower bone density

• Children with Autism usually have eating disorders as well

• Many Autistic People are successfully living on their own, working, and contributing to the local community

• Children with Autism usually have difficulty communicating

• Early Intervention and other early child development programs are helpful in detecting Autism at an early age

• Scientists believe there are multiples cause of ASD that change the way a person develops

• No one really knows exactly where Autism comes from

• For years Autism was mis-diagnosed

• As of 2025, approxiamately 1 in 31 (3.2%) children in the US, aged 8 years old are diagnised with ASD

• About 68% of children with ASD had a documented diagnosis of ASD or special education eligibility by the age of 8years old.

• Higher ASD prevalence is now being linked to lower-imcome areas.

• The WHO (World Health Organization) estimates that a global average of 1 in every 100 kids have ASD.

• Increases in ASD statistics have been attributed by increased awareness, screening, and broader diagnostic criteria.