Key Education Issues in Review: Autism Spectrum Disorders

Authors

UNLV College of Education

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-30-2015

Publication Title

Policy Issues in Nevada Education

First page number:

1

Last page number:

2

Abstract

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability affecting 1 in 68 children in the United States. Individuals with ASD struggle with communication, behavioral, and social skills. The demands of addressing ASD present a significant challenge to Nevada; however, the challenges associated with inaction are much higher. Lack of access is the most critical issue facing families today. Without treatment, most individuals with ASD will require high levels of support throughout their lives at a high cost to families and society.

Disciplines

Higher Education

Repository Citation

UNLV College of Education (2015). Key Education Issues in Review: Autism Spectrum Disorders. Policy Issues in Nevada Education 1-2.
https://digitalscholarship.unlv.edu/co_educ_policy/12