According to the Autism Society of America (ASA),
"Autism is a neurobiological condition that affects a person's ability to communicate and interact with others. It is a Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) that affects boys four times more often than girls, and it is a "spectrum disorder" that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees of severity. Other PDDs include Asperger's Disorder, Rett's Disorder, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder and PDD-NOS (Not Otherwise Specified). Although each individual with autism improves in functioning over time, unfortunately, children do not "grow" out of autism. It is a lifelong disability."
Proclamation Signing on April 1st at the Governor's Office for Autism Awareness Month
Autism Awareness 2010
About Me
- LORNA
- Hafa Adai! My name is Lorna Manahane. I am currently a student at the Northern Marianas College and pursuing a bachelor degree in the field of Education. I will be graduating with my bachelor's degree in Spring 2010. I have two wonderful children, who are my motivators to do my very best in life and become successful in my goals. I enjoy meeting new people and sharing the knowledge I've learned while attending the Northern Marianas College. Thank You yan Si Yu'us Ma'ase