Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is something that can strike fear in the hearts of parents.
By Eileen McNichols, Director of Community Health and Pastoral Care Services ASD is a developmental disorder that usually appears in early childhood. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual fifth edition (DSM-5) defines ASD as a disorder that includes communication difficulty, restricted behavior and interference with life activities. The severity of symptoms varies greatly. Although ASD is not something a […]