Facts and Statistics: An Infographic by UK Mobility

Today, one in 68 children in the United States is found to be affected by autism spectral disorder. Though no one has been able to determine why autism rates are rising, all experts agree that early detection of autism in a child can make a huge difference to his ability to cope with the lifelong disability disorder. As autism awareness organizations around the world get ready to celebrate the eighth World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, 2015 through online activities, local events and so on, here are some quick facts and figures about the disorder that affects nearly 1 percent of the world population. 

*Infographic provided by UKMobility