Autism is a life-long developmental disability that affects the individuals understanding of what he/she sees, hears and senses. This results in problems of social relationships, communication and behaviour. It is generally accepted that autism is an organic brain disorder.

Autism NT welcomes new members and any one who wishes to come in for a chat.

Membership Form 2008

 

WITHIN REACH NEWSLETTER April 2008

Find out what is happening for Autism Month during May 2008. Click on the link to read our latest newsletter

Within Reach

If you have any items you think may be of interest for our newsletter then contact our office and let us know!

 

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS

The Autism NT Parent Support Group will meet fortnightly at venues around Darwin and the Rural area. The aim is for parents of children on the Autism Spectrum to get together in a casual forum and to have an opportunity to chat, discuss issues of concern and to support each other. The times and venues for the Parent Support Meetings for the first semester of 2008 can be found here

 

 

 

 

 


What Causes Autism? Autism NT

The cause or causes of autism are, as yet, unknown. No factors in the child's psychological or family environment cause autism.

The degree of severity of characteristics differs from person to person, but usually include disturbances in the following (including, but not limited to):

  • delay or absence of language development.
  • difficulties understanding speech.
  • difficulties using language.
  • difficulties understanding and using gesture.

 


 

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Autism NT - Autism Association of the Northern Territory including Asperger Syndrome and other developmental disabilities. Australia - Asperger Syndrome and Autism for the NT.