Autism Spectrum Disorder

The growing number of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an issue of concern both in Australia and overseas.  The NSW Parliamentary Research Service has published a briefing paper on the issue, authored by Lenny Roth.

The NSW and Federal Governments have introduced a number of ASD initiatives, but reports have identified continued gaps in support, including access to timely diagnosis, funding for intensive early interventions and supports in the education system.  In Victoria and the UK, governments have developed specific ASD action plans to guide reforms, and in the US a number of states have ASD Plans.