MILESTONE ONE revised LC 4237 .docx PSY 632 3-2 Final Project Milestone One: Draft of

MILESTONE ONE  revised LC 4237 .docx    PSY 632  3-2 Final Project Milestone One: Draft of Developmental Issue   Southern New Hampshire University  PSY 632  The purpose of this paper is to acknowledge ASD and its developmental delays while identifying certain programs and resources that individuals with this diagnosis can benefit from. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that can be commonly defined by deficits in social communication and constrained interests and repetitive behaviors. œAbout 1 in 6 (17%) children aged 3“17 years were diagnosed with a developmental disability, as reported by parents, during a study period of 2009-2017 (CDC, 2020).  Autism spectrum disorder is an Atypical development that appears when a child delays in specific areas in comparison to their average peer progression whether it be physical, cognitive, or social. Individuals with ASD often have problems with social, emotional, and communication skills (CDC, 2020) and may have unique methods of paying attention, learning, or reacting to certain things. œASD can sometimes be detected at 18 months or younger. By age 2, a diagnosis by an experienced professional can be considered very reliable (CDC, 2020).  Developmental Issue: Issue  There are several factors of ASD in children which is frequently complemented by medical issues including; œgastrointestinal (GI) disorders, seizures or sleep disorders, as well as mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression and attention issues (Autism Society,  2016).