Welcome to our new website

A little about Us

Autism NT was founded by a group of parents and professionals and was formally recognised as an Association in April 2002.

In 2005 Autism NT was kindly offered a shopfront office at Nightcliff Shopping Centre by Mr Tony Milhinhos.

With the addition of an Autism Advisor position as part of the Helping Children with Autism package a second office was opened in 2009 in Winnellie.  (This office is open by appointment.  Please contact 0889474800).

What is Autism?

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.

What causes Autism?

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.

Come in to the Nightcliff Office

Autism NT welcomes new members and anyone who wishes to call in and have a look at our library.  The Nightcliff office is located at Shop 19, Nightcliff Shopping Centre, Dick Ward Drive Coconut Grove.  Phone 0889484424