

#Autism spectrum full#
Please see the Five-Year Strategic Plan under Reports for full descriptions. People may have repetitive and characteristic patterns of behavior or narrow interests. ASD affects people in different ways and can range from mild to severe.

ASD has many similarities to ADHD, but there are also differences between the two. Instead, the child seems to exist in his or her own world, a place characterized by repetitive routines, odd and peculiar behaviors, problems in communication. The term autism spectrum disorder includes autism, Aspergers syndrome and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). The term spectrum refers to the wide range of symptoms, skills, and levels of impairment that people with ASD can have. Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, includes what used to be called Autistic Disorder, Asperger syndrome, or Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified, all of which affect a person’s social and emotional skills and nonverbal communication. To provide leadership, oversight and legislative advocacy in support of Nevadans living with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a group of neurodevelopment disorders cthat affect how people communicate, learn, behave, and socially interact. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication, and behavioral challenges. The current Executive Order was signed on October 9, 2015.Īll Nevadans living with Autism Spectrum Disorder will achieve optimal outcomes to reach their full potential. The Nevada Commission on Autism Spectrum Disorders was created through Executive Order by Governor Jim Gibbons on November 19, 2008, to continue the work of the Nevada Autism Task Force. The Commission is comprised of five members appointed by the Governor and makes biannual reports to the Governor by June 30 and December 31 of each year.
