The Autism Society of Alabama organized a walkathon to raise
awareness about autism in Huntsville on April 11.
More than 500 people participated in the annual 'Walk for
Autism Awareness' event.
Autism
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder typically characterized by impaired social and communication skills combined with repetitive movements.
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Norma Pedersen with the Autism Society said that families look forward to this walk every year because of the resources that are provided to them.
"We have a First Friend's Day where our kids can meet,
greet, interact with and learn about [autism], so there's just a lot going
that's very educational and beneficial and helpful to families and to the
general public to learn about autism."
![Rett Syndrome]( "Rett Syndrome")
Rett Syndrome is a neurological disorder that affects development. It mostly affects the girl child.
More than 60 vendors participated by donating 10% percent of their proceeds to support the Autism Society. The local chapter holds monthly meetings with free childcare for families affected by autism.
One in 68 U.S. children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the U.S, and affects over 50,000 people in Alabama alone.
Source: Medindia
Rett Syndrome
Rett Syndrome is a neurological disorder that affects development. It mostly affects the girl child.
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More than 60 vendors participated by donating 10% percent of their proceeds to support the Autism Society. The local chapter holds monthly meetings with free childcare for families affected by autism.
One in 68 U.S. children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the U.S, and affects over 50,000 people in Alabama alone.
Source: Medindia
One in every 250 Children Suffer from Autism Spectrum Disorder in Odisha, India
Factors such as the lack of awareness and adequate resources in Odisha lead to a delay in the detection of autism. It also makes treatment difficult.
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