Autism is a developmental disability that affects the way a person processes information. This factsheet helps parents to understand and manage a child with autism, and also provides information on where to find help.

Last updated: 16 January 2023

What is autism?

Autism is a developmental disability that affects the way a person is able to process information. This affects your child's ability to:

  • understand and use language to communicate
  • interact socially
  • understand and respond to activities and objects in the environment
  • respond to sensory stimuli
  • learn.

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Current as at: Monday 16 January 2023
Contact page owner: Mental Health