How You Can Participate in 2nd April 2015 Autism Day

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The 2nd of April is a very important day that marks 8th world autism awareness day. For the last seven days, people across the world have taken time to raise awareness about autism and support millions of people living with autism. Autism is a serious health condition affecting millions of people on the globe. The United Nations declared 2nd April as the World Autism Day to bring awareness on the need to improve the quality of adults and children affected by autism and empower them to live a more meaningful life.

What is autism?

Autism is serious lifelong developmental disability that usually manifests during the first three years after birth. It is a neurological disorder that affects kids and adults in different countries. The prevalence of autism has been rising and thus the need to educate people on how diagnose, seek medication and support people living with autism. Autism is characterized by:

  • Verbal and non-verbal disorder
  • Impairment in social interaction
  • They demonstrate repetitive and restrictive behavior
  • They have a limited set of activities and interests.

 

Background info

Autism is a more than a medical condition; it is also a social and economic disorder that can bring economic hardship to the affected families. It is among the leading causes of death among children. On 18th Dec 2007, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution 62/139 that was tabled by the state of Qatar. The resolution declared 2nd April as the WAAD (World Autism Awareness Day). This is a very important day that shines the light on autism as a world health crisis. The awareness helps to raise and develop knowledge of the autism and educates on the importance of early diagnosis and intervention.

By joining other people and organization around the world, you can give a voice to the autism victims who are undiagnosed and looking for help. According to the US president, Barrack Obama, this is a very day that requires support from every individual and organization. The president pointed the several benefits of joining the rest or the world in making autism awareness. You can also read more at https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2014/04/01/presidential-proclamation-world-autism-awareness-day-2014.

How you can participate in 2nd April 2015 Autism day

There are several ways you can participate in 2nd April 2015 Autism day. For example, you can visit the organization that supports people living with autism and possibly make your donations. No doubt many people are looking for autism help; it starts with your generous contribution.

You can also show you compassion by visiting people who have been affected. For example, developing countries such as Africa requires more awareness than the developed countries. Many people will be traveling to such countries. You can book your trip at mytravelsmap.com.

You can also show your support by wearing the Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon. The puzzle ribbon is the symbol of the autism that is worn on during the autism awareness day.

It is very important to support people with autism. They are your brothers and sisters who need to live a better life. You generous contribution will save or help another person live a better life.