The definition and diagnosis criteria for Autism Spectrum disorder have undergone gradual changes. In 2013, American Psychological Association revised its diagnostic criteria for autism. It is now called ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). This spectrum can include a non-verbal child having intellectual impairment on one end and a genius scientist or mathematician who is preoccupied with […]
Autism Awareness
Autism awareness
World Autism Awareness Day was observed across the globe yesterday. Autism is a complex neuro-developmental disorder which impacts patients’ communicative, social and cognitive skills. The condition is misunderstood by most people, especially in Pakistan, where unfortunately most if not all neuro-developmental disorders and mental illnesses are simply written off as “insanity”. This has had tragic […]
Ali Zafar leads Autism Awareness Walk on The Mall
Singer and actor Ali Zafar said on Tuesday that persons suffering from autism are the real heroes and superstars. “They have talent to see and analyse things from a different and unique perspective. They can be exceptionally good with music, arts and computers. We must all try to remove the stigma associated with disabilities,” Ali […]