Report on Autism Spectrum Disorder in the United States of America

This report provides an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the United States, addressing the lack of awareness within the community and its impact on individuals. It highlights the problems associated with ASD, including speech difficulties, learning disabilities, and mental retardation. The report incorporates an annotated bibliography, referencing various studies and articles that discuss the prevalence, challenges, and potential solutions for individuals with ASD. These resources explore postsecondary education, employment, and workplace integration. The report also references studies on employment challenges, stress, and psychiatric issues faced by individuals with ASD. It concludes by emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts to support those affected by ASD. The report includes a comprehensive list of references from various sources.

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER IN
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

INTRODUCTION
 The community in the United States lacks awareness about autism.
 Autism Spectrum Disorder prevents people from communicating
freely with others.

PROBLEMS SUFFERED BY
PEOPLE SUFFERING FROM ASD
 Speech problem.
 Learning disability
 Mental retardedness

Anointed bibliography 1: Buckland, T. (2018, February 26).
Helping developmentally disabled reach their 'full potential'.
Starnews. Retrieved from http://www.starnewsonline.com
/news/20180226/helping-developmentally-disabled-reach-their-full-p
otential
 People in New York are more concerned about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
 There are programs for children but not for young adults.

Annotated bibliography 2:
Shattuck, P. T., Narendorf, S. C., Cooper, B., Sterzing, P. R., Wagner, M., & Taylor, J. L.
(2012). Postsecondary education and employment among youth with an autism spectrum
disorder. Pediatrics, 129, Table 2. Retrieved from http://pediatrics.aappublications.org
/content/129/6/1042.figures-only
 People from different social status and age group were questioned.
 People with mental disability were also included.

Annotated bibliography 2 contd…:
Shattuck, P. T., Narendorf, S. C., Cooper, B., Sterzing, P. R., Wagner, M., & Taylor, J. L.
(2012). Postsecondary education and employment among youth with an autism spectrum
disorder. Pediatrics, 129, Table 2. Retrieved from http://pediatrics.aappublications.org
/content/129/6/1042.figures-only
 People suffering from the need support.
 ASD impacts schooling and career of patients

Annotated bibliography 3: Bitty and Beau's Coffee. (n.d.). It's more than
a cup of coffee: Our story. Retrieved from http://
www.bittyandbeauscoffee.com/about/our-story/
 Workplaces today encourage individuals with ASD

Annotated bibliography 3 contd…: Bitty and Beau's Coffee. (n.d.). It's
more than a cup of coffee: Our story. Retrieved from http://
www.bittyandbeauscoffee.com/about/our-story/
 Bitty & Beau employs individuals with disabilities.
 It has emerged as models for various other business organisations.

Annotated bibliography 4:Hendricks, D. (2010). Employment and adults with
Autism Spectrum disorder: Challenges and strategies for success. Journal of
Vocational Rehabilitation, 32, 125–134. Retrieved from http://file:///C:/Users/bkmoo
/Desktop/ASD%20EMPLOYMENT%20CHALLENGES.pdf
 Employing individuals with ASD is challenging.
 ASD individuals face problems in professional field.

Annotated bibliography 4 contd…:Hendricks, D. (2010). Employment and adults
with Autism Spectrum disorder: Challenges and strategies for success. Journal of
Vocational Rehabilitation, 32, 125–134. Retrieved from http://file:///C:/Users/bkmoo
/Desktop/ASD%20EMPLOYMENT%20CHALLENGES.pdf
 ASD employees suffer from stress, psychiatric syndromes and other problems
 The various must come together to find out solution for individuals suffering from
ASD.

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