Andrew Nawrocki , parent of an autistic 3 year old.
Autism is a developmental disability that impairs social and language development .
It occurs in families from every class, culture and ethnic background. It is not a mental illness and it is not caused by trauma - it is neurobiological and its symptoms can be greatly reduced by early diagnosis and treatment. If you are concerned about your answers to some of the above questions, speak to your pediatrician about an autism screening. An Early Diagnosis Provides the Best Chance for Success. Reprinted by permission.