Autism is a lifelong neurological disability that affects a person's ability to communicate,
understand language, play and interact with others.

There are diagnoses closely related to autism such as Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS), Asperger's Syndrome, and Rett's Syndrome that are included
in the category of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

There are also individuals with dual sensory impairments who may share some characteristics
with individuals with autism. These conditions are sometimes referred to as "related disabilities."

Every person with autism or a related disability is different. No two people with these disorders experience the world or behave in the same way. The impairment of social skills, communication skills, and cognitive skills can range from mild to severe.

Scientists believe there are biological explanations for autism spectrum disorder, but no specific cause has been identified. There are no parenting styles that cause autism.

Autism spectrum disorder occurs in about 1 out of every 110 births, and it's four times more
likely to occur in boys than girls. Families of all cultural, social, and ethic backgrounds are affected by autism.

The Adonis Autism Center is helping to assist with some of those needs through our center.
To learn about our mission, click here.