What is Autism?

If someone has autism, his or her brain has trouble with an important task; that is making sense of the world.  Each day, your brain interprets the sights, sounds and other stimuli.  If your brain couldn't help you understand these things, you would have trouble functioning, talking, going to school, and doing other everyday stuff.

Sadly there is no cure for autism, but doctors, therapists, and special teachers can help children with autism overcome or adjust to many difficulties.  The earlier a child starts treatment for autism, the better.

Some children with mild autism will grow up and be able to live on their own.  Those with more serious problems will always need some kind of help.  All children with autism have brighter and happier futures when they have the support and empathy of doctors, teachers, caregivers, parents, brothers, sisters, and friends.

 

Autism is a growing culture that is seen globally with little understanding. We are increasing awareness that these children are here to teach us what it is to be human.

Autism has such a wide spectrum that a “one size fits all” perspective is limiting. Our intention is to allow each child to experience their own uniqueness.

The earlier there is recognition of signs of difference, the greater the opportunity to help the child explore their environment with a sustainable development programme.

 

Did you know?

Did you know that Global statistics show 1 child in approximately 100 lives with Autism:

1970 – 1 in 10,000

1980 – 1 in 5,000

1990 – 1 in 500

Today – 1 in less than 100

 

How we can help

We provide screening if you think your child may have Autism or a neurological disorder. We have our Transcending Autism HPD programme if your child does have autism and other programmes for vulnerable youth. TaO is here to educate and provide ongoing support to children living with autism and their families. If you would like to know more information about the programmes we offer and how we can help your child please contact us.