Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that impacts normal brain development and affects a person's social relationships, communication, interests and behaviour.
Because ASD is a spectrum disorder, there is wide variation in how it affects each person. Individuals with ASD vary widely in their needs, skills and abilities but most have common types of characteristics including:
- difficulties with communication and social interaction
- repetitive interests and activities
- unusual attachments to objects or routines
The effects of ASD may not be visible to most people.
To learn more about Autism Services for your family, please visit BC's Ministry of Children and Family Development site.