Don’t panic. You can contact our offices for more support, or go to your local clinic or paediatrician and let them know you are concerned.
We are unsure of the prevalence in South Africa. However, there is no reason to believe that Autism affects our population differently. Therefore, we can estimate that it’s between 1 and 2 % of the South African population.
There are schools available in South Africa. However, the support level required for your child will determine which type of school will be the best fit.
Therapy is often great for autistic children and people. Certain therapies will work better for certain people. You can enquire with your local hospital about occupational therapy or speech therapy.
