Autism Speaks Facts
How much of the total National Institutes of Health Funds went to autism research?
.55% of a fund that is 30.86 billion
What is the statistic for how many children are on the autism spectrum in America?
1 in 68
Who founded Autism Speaks?
Bob and Suzanne Wright
Is autism more prevalent in boys or girls?
Boys (4 to 5 times more likely than girls)
True or false: People with Autism can't feel or express any emotion.
False
What event just happened in downtown Columbus to raise awareness and fundraise for Autism Speaks?
Autism Speaks Walk
Why is the puzzle piece the symbol of Autism Speaks?
Because like every individual with autism each piece is unique and different
How much does Autism cost a family a year on average?
$60,000
What are some possible signs of autism in children of any age?
1. Avoids eye contact 2. Wants to be alone 3. Struggles with understanding other people's feelings 4. Has delayed language development 5. Gets upset by minor changes in surroundings
What are the 4 pillars of Autism Speaks?
1. Awareness 2. Family Services 3. Advocacy 4. Research
What year did Alpha Xi Delta become the national sponsor of Autism Speaks?
2009
Who is the most dope Xi Man candidate?
RYAN MOORE!
What is Light It Up Blue?
Signature campaign that kicks off April (World Autism Month)
True or false: Most insurance companies exclude autism from the coverage plan and roughly half of the states require coverage for treatments of autism spectrum disorder.
True
True or false: There is no medical detection or cure for Autism.
True
