Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Information for Families in Massachusetts
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
ASD is a single developmental disorder that includes a wide range of skills, symptoms, and level of disability. The spectrum consists of deficits in verbal and nonverbal communication, social interaction, and behaviors. Disorders included in ASD are Autism, Aspergers Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder and Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS).
ASD is a single developmental disorder that includes a wide range of skills, symptoms, and level of disability. The spectrum consists of deficits in verbal and nonverbal communication, social interaction, and behaviors. Disorders included in ASD are Autism, Aspergers Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder and Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS).
Is My Child the Only One with ASD?
No! There are many children with ASD. In the United States, about 1 in 68 children have ASD. Boys are 4.5 times more likely to be identified with ASD than girls. Autism Spectrum Disorder occurs in all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. For more infomoration on ASD prevalence, click here. |
What is an Act Relative to Insurance Coverage for Autism (ARICA)?
ARICA is a Massachusetts law requiring private insurance to cover medically necessary treatment for Autism. It provides coverage for habilitative and rehabilitative care, such as Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapy, Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy. For more information regarding ARICA, click here. |
What Types of Insurance is Subject to ARICA?
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What is Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)?
ABA is the application of intervention focused on socially-important goals and behaviors. For more information on ABA, click here. |
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What Other Treatments or Supports are Available
for My Child? Luckily, there are so many options in the state of Massachusetts. Although there is no cure for ASD, there are several types of therapies and treatments that can help increase your child's ability to function. Here are just a few...
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In Addition to Therapies and Diets, Routines and Schedules are Also Useful!
Massachusetts Support & Resources
thearcofmass.org/resources/autism-resources/
https://ne-arc.org/services/autism-services/autism-support-center/resource/
http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/consumer/disability-services/services-by-type/intellectual-disability/support/autism-spectrum/developmental-services-autism-waiver-services.html
http://www.autism-pdd.net/massachusetts/#Massachusetts%20Web
http://leagueschool.org/resources/autism-resources/
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What's Going on in the Area?
There are many organizations that host events for children with ASD. Below are some organizations that have events happening almost every week... http://www.spedchildmass.com/disability-autism-aspergers-events-programs-massachusetts/ http://www.community-autism-resources.com/services/ http://massadvocates.org/events/celebrating-voices-2017-gala/ |
What To Share Some of This Info with Family/Friends?
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