Autism Awareness is something that is very near to me.
What is autism?
Autism (sometimes called “classical autism”) is the most common condition in a group of developmental disorders known as the autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Autism is characterized by impaired social interaction, problems with verbal and nonverbal communication, and unusual, repetitive, or severely limited activities and interests. Other ASDs include Asperger syndrome, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (usually referred to as PDD-NOS). Experts estimate that three to six children out of every 1,000 will have autism. Males are four times more likely to have autism than females.
Every year Autism Speaks raises money through a Walk, for research. This year I had a great time volunteering at this wonderful event.
7,500 Walkers Raise $818,000 at D.C. Walk Now for Autism
The 8th annual D.C. Walk Now for Autism took place on Saturday, Nov. 8 at The National Mall, as 7,500 walkers raised $818,000. The Walk began at the foot of the Washington National Monument, proceeded past the White House, and stopped briefly in front of the Lincoln Memorial where huge message boards were set up for President-Elect Obama. The Walk route continued along the Reflecting Pool. The 2008 Walk experienced a 22 percent increase in team participation over last year's event, boasting walkers on almost 650 teams.
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