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Where is Autism Sunday observed?
Autism Sunday is observed in many countries across the world.
Who is Autism Sunday observed by?
Autism Sunday is an awareness campaign about autism that originated in the UK but is intended to reach worldwide.
When did Autism Sunday first start?
Autism Sunday was first held on the second Sunday of February 2002 in the United Kingdom.
Who started Autism Sunday?
Autism Sunday was started by parents Ivan Corea and Charika Corea, the Autism Awareness Campaign UK founders.
History And Timeline
World church leaders recognize the International Day of Prayer for Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the prayers are organized among the community groups every year. Now let's learn the day's history.
Concept Of Autism
German psychiatrist Eugen Bleuler coined autism to describe the most severe cases of schizophrenia.
1911Studies On Asperger Syndrome
Resources taken from Sula Wolff's thirty years of study on Asperger Syndrome showed that children with Asperger syndrome possess an independent ability and display exceptional gifts.
1995St Paul's Cathedral Celebration
First Autism Sunday was held in the UK with the first prayer for autism at St Paul's Cathedral in London.
February 9, 2002Pharmaceutical Treatments
Pharmaceutical treatments like secretin injection were first approved in 2006 for children 5 years and older.
2006World Autism Awareness Day
World day was created by the United Nations General Assembly and is recognized annually.
2007Traditions And Customs
International Day of Prayer for Autism Spectrum Disorder is observed to speak up for people with autism and raise awareness on the lack of access to public services in education, respite care, health, and specialist speech therapy in many countries.
Schools and institutions educate students about autism, as autistic children are often subjected to bullying. So, peers need to be tolerant and inclusive of them.
Ways To Observe Autism Sunday
As Autism Sunday suggests, volunteer to educate people about autism disorder and pray for them. And engage with parents and caretakers of people with autism and take part in the activities planned by the associations for the day, either within the community, nation, or global-wide.
If you are participating in an awareness event, don't miss a chance to buy the wonderful t-shirts that allow you to be a voice for autism.
Facts And Stats
- Ivan and Charika founded Autism Sunday began the first UK campaigns for their son Charin, who was diagnosed with autism.
- Autism Sunday was created to extend the awareness campaigns alongside Autistic Pride Day and World Autism Awareness Day.
- Every awareness day that runs for the cause is represented with a colored ribbon, and the autism awareness ribbon to use on the second Sunday of February is blue.
What are the three types of autism?
Asperger syndrome, pervasive developmental disorder, and pervasive development disorder are the three types of autism.
What is the significance of Autism Sunday?
International Day of Prayer for Autism Spectrum Disorder calls on the government to reach out to parents, caregivers, and people with autism in local communities and engage them to be a part of integral society to create a meaningful life.
Why do people celebrate autism Sunday?
The day highlights the need to help improve the quality of life of people with autism.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Sunday, February 09, 2020
- Sunday, February 14, 2021
- Sunday, February 13, 2022
- Sunday, February 12, 2023
- Sunday, February 11, 2024
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https://www.checkiday.com/ad89ff88e453b334a0dabeaa05927c09/autism-sunday
https://www.personalizedcause.com/health-awareness-cause-calendar/autism-sunday
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autism_Sunday
https://www.cute-calendar.com/event/autism-sunday/39236.html
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