Bringing Attention To
Autism
Seventeen-year-old Sullivan West senior Chrissy Lare
deserves a big thank you and a huge pat on the back for her recent efforts in
bringing attention to autism and for conducting the Walk For Autism and the
Zumbathon that raised almost $3,500.
It takes people to step up to the plate in this fight and
Chrissy accomplished what she started out to do.
In a recent article about the Zumbathon and in a list of
Sullivan County businesses who donated various baskets and gift certificates two
names that did not make the published list included the Red Door Consignment
Shop and a monetary donation also made by the Sullivan County Wide CSEA
Executive Board.
Autism and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHT)
is a part of many children's lives but the struggle they face on a daily basis
is thankfully not being overlooked by our medical and educational
systems.
In order to highlight the growing need for concern and
awareness about autism, the Autism Society gives a special opportunity for
everyone to educate the public about autism and issues within the autism
community.
People with ADHD may have trouble paying attention,
controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking what the result will
be), or they may be overly active.
There is no cure for ADHD but it can be successfully managed
and some symptoms may improve as the child ages.
When we have conversation with educators about autism they
point out that something as simple as going to the movies is not an option for
many families affected by autism.
Medical and educational experts note that autism is a
complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three
years of life and affects a person's ability to communicate and interact with
others.
While doing some research about autism it was shocking
to learn that the Autism Society estimates that the lifetime cost of caring for
a child with autism ranges from $3.5 million to $5 million and that the United
States is facing almost $90 billion annually in costs for autism.
With strong dedication by those in the medical field and
educational systems like BOCES is has become very clear that autism is
treatable.
Children do not "outgrow" autism but studies show that early
diagnosis and intervention lead to significantly improved
outcomes.
The Autism Society, the nation's leading grassroots autism
organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by
autism.
Each year, people with autism, families and professionals
volunteer thousands of hours to help the Autism Society achieve its mission of
serving all those affected by autism.
The Autism Society can be contacted at 4340 East-West Hwy,
Suite 350, Bethseda, Maryland 20814.
A big thank you to all who help create and provide services
that will advocate the rights of all people with autism to live fulfilling and
interdependent lives,
Sullivan West Senior Chrissy Lare
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