The full name of autism is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Autism is a Spectrum Disorder, meaning that it affects people in varying degrees – from severe to high functioning. Like the spectrum of light, the colours on the spectrum differ depending where you look. Autism symptoms also look different depending where you are on the spectrum. Primarily, it affects communication and social skills development. Very often our children also have sensory issues. We seek to understand the sensory aspect of their challenges and address them appropriately. Successful sensory integration will greatly aid learning.

Autism is a complex neurobiological disorder that typically lasts throughout a person's lifetime. It is part of a group of disorders known as autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Today, 1 in 150 individuals is diagnosed with autism, making it more common than pediatric cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined. It occurs in all racial, ethnic, and social groups and is four times more likely to strike boys than girls. Autism impairs a person's ability to communicate and relate to others. It is also associated with rigid routines and repetitive behaviors, such as obsessively arranging objects or following very specific routines. Symptoms can range from very mild to quite severe.