Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

ASD is a developmental disability that can lead to social, communication, and behavioral challenges.

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CDC’s Community Report on Autism

A snapshot of ASD across US communities in 2022.

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July 18, 2025

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Autism Prevalence Varies Across US Communities

CDC’s ADDM Network data show opportunities to learn from successful identification strategies.

May 21, 2025

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About

Find out what CDC is doing to better understand ASD to support people with ASD and their families.

May 8, 2025

For everyone

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Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)

NOFO supports lifespan resource needs for people with autism or fragile X syndrome.

May 18, 2026

Learn about the signs and symptoms of ASD.

Screening and diagnosis of ASD.

Treatment and intervention information for people with ASD.

Information on accessing services for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Information for individuals with ASD and the people who care for them.

Summary and table of prevalence of ASD among children in the United States.

CDC materials and resources on autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

CDC’s Study to Explore Early Development (SEED) helps us learn more about autism spectrum disorder.

The ADDM Network tracks and monitors the number and characteristics of children with ASD.

Key findings, feature articles, and scientific articles about autism spectrum disorder.

FAQs about autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

For professionals

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Clinical Testing and Diagnosis

Information for healthcare providers on diagnostic tools and criteria for ASD.

May 8, 2025

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Clinical Screening

Information for healthcare providers on screening children for ASD.

Apr 15, 2025

MythBusters: Developmental Screening

Myths about developmental screening and the facts that disprove them.

Information for Healthcare Providers

Information and resources on ASD for healthcare providers.

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