Autism affects both children and adults in terms of verbal and nonverbal communication, social interactions, and leisure and play activities. Thus, the World Autism Awareness Day is held annually, specifically every April 2, as it was done last weekend, to draw attention to these and several other issues affecting them. The case of ZizahObiohaOkeugo, a 13-year-old visual artist with autism, exemplifies the difficulties faced by autistic persons in their social life. “Children with autism are frequently identified at an early age, usually between the ages of two and four. Autism can be treated and people with autism can be taught more useful ways to behave in society.

Source: Nigerian Tribune April 10, 2022 07:01 UTC