Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disorder characterized by impairments in social interaction, social communication, and restricted/repetitive behaviors/sensory issues. The CDC estimates that about 1 in 44 children in the United States have an ASD, with a 4:1 male-to-female ratio.1 ASDs affect children across racial/ethnic groups; yet there are disparities in the age of diagnosis with children of color getting diagnosed, on average, more than a year later than white children. Early identification and intervention are essential to optimize outcomes for the affected child and their family.
