The Center for Disease Control and Prevention provides valuable information to parents of children with Autism. In, 2000, the CDC organized the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network, (ADDM). As outlined on their website the ADDM network provides information on the prevalence, characteristics and public health impact of ASD in the U.S. (www.cdc.gov) The report provides summaries of prevalence overall, as well as by race, ethnicity, sex, level of cognitive functioning and other associated characteristics. Data from the ADDM studies indicates a “significant average increase in identified ASD prevalence in 2006 as compared with 2002…” The CDC indicates that it is unknown whether these statistics reflect a true increase in ASD or simply a greater awareness and identification of the condition. Regardless of the exact reason for the increased reporting of children with ASD, it is essential that a coordinated effort combining public and private enterprises be conducted to address the needs of individuals with ASD. (www.cdc.gov. “Prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorders---Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network, United States, 2006) Surveillance Summaries, December 18, 2009.
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The above listed information about special education law is for general information only. General legal information is not the same as legal advice -- which requires the application of law to an individual's specific circumstances. Although I believe the information to be accurate and useful, I strongly recommend that you consult a lawyer if you want professional advice regarding your specific legal situation and do not rely solely on the information provided above.
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